Stanley Security Solutions Announces Recall of Door Locksets; Failure of Latches Could Lead to Entrapment in an Emergency
Reported: March 9, 2011 Initiated: March 9, 2011 #11725
Product Description
The recalled latches are in 6K and 7KC series medium Duty Locksets. These locksets have a brass or stainless steel finish and may have the word "BEST" embossed on the key core.
Reason for Recall
The latches can fail and the door cannot be unlocked from the inside, posing an entrapment hazard. This failure could lead to the inability to vacate a location in an emergency.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Stanley Security Solutions to schedule an appointment to have the latches replaced free of charge.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Stanley Security Solutions Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.
- Units Affected
- About 63,100
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled latches are in 6K and 7KC series medium Duty Locksets. These locksets have a brass or stainless steel finish and may have the word "BEST" embossed on the key core.. Recalled by Stanley Security Solutions Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.. Units affected: About 63,100.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The latches can fail and the door cannot be unlocked from the inside, posing an entrapment hazard. This failure could lead to the inability to vacate a location in an emergency.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should contact Stanley Security Solutions to schedule an appointment to have the latches replaced free of charge.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 9, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11725.
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