CPSC recall · Reported September 6, 2007
Apex Security Systems with XICOR Memory Chip Recalled by Honeywell International; Could Fail to Warn of Fire, Intrusion
The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding four hours. If this occurs, the panel could fail to communicate with a c…
Ademco de Juarez Srl, of Mexico (control panel) recalled The recall involves Apex-Brand Destiny 6100 and 6100AN home security system control panel….
Apex Security Systems with XICOR Memory Chip Recalled by Honeywell International; Could F… was recalled by Ademco de Juarez Srl, of Mexico (control panel) in September 6, 2007. Reason: The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding fo…. Remedy: Honeywell International is contacting customers directly and is providing a replacement c…. Verify recall #07575 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ademco de Juarez Srl, of Mexico (control panel) issued this CPSC recall-The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding fo….
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- agency class
- September 6, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07575 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recall involves Apex-Brand Destiny 6100 and 6100AN home security system control panels with XICOR-brand memory chips. Only units with a date code between K015 and K057 are subject to the recall. The date code appears on the product packaging. The date code includes a letter to designate the year (K=2007) followed by three numbers that indicate the day. For example, a product manufactured on the 5th day of January 2007 would have the date code "K005."
Reason for recall
The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding four hours. If this occurs, the panel could fail to communicate with a central monitoring station and not sound an audible notification in the event of a fire or home intrusion.
Remedy, what to do
Honeywell International is contacting customers directly and is providing a replacement control panel.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 07575 |
| Date reported | September 6, 2007 |
| Date initiated | September 6, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Ademco de Juarez Srl, of Mexico (control panel) |
| Affected scope | About 1,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Honeywell International is contacting customers directly and is providing a replacement control panel.
- Check the recall number (07575) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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