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CPSC recall · Reported October 29, 2015

Sure Signal Products Recalls Heat-Activated Fire Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers of a Fire

A defective fusible link sensor (fuse) on the fire alarm can cause the alarm to fail to alert consumers of a fire.

Recall #
16021
Affected scope
About 375,000
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Sure Signal Products, Inc., of Garden Grove, Calif. recalled This recall involves Sure Signal Products heat-activated fire alarms sold under the follo….

Sure Signal Products Recalls Heat-Activated Fire Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers… was recalled by Sure Signal Products, Inc., of Garden Grove, Calif. in October 29, 2015. Reason: A defective fusible link sensor (fuse) on the fire alarm can cause the alarm to fail to alert consumers of a …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Sure Signal Products for free replacement fuses. A v…. Verify recall #16021 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Sure Signal Products, Inc., of Garden Grove, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-A defective fusible link sensor (fuse) on the fire alarm can cause the alarm to fail to alert consumers of a ….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16021 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.

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Product description

This recall involves Sure Signal Products heat-activated fire alarms sold under the following brand names and models: DeTech FST2004H, MasterGuard QR50, Responsive TR70-R and Thermalink QR50. They are white, round and measure about 7 inches in diameter. The alarms have a round fuse at the center. The fuse is white or chrome and about 1.5 inches in diameter, and has a temperature rating of 117°F or 136°F. The alarms were manufactured from January 1, 2004 through July 1, 2015. Date codes are listed in a YYDDD format and range from 04001 through 15182. The alarm's model is printed on a label on the back of the alarm. SSP, the temperature rating and the date code can be found on the back of the fuse.

Reason for recall

A defective fusible link sensor (fuse) on the fire alarm can cause the alarm to fail to alert consumers of a fire.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately contact Sure Signal Products for free replacement fuses. A video with instructions on how to replace the fuse is available at http://SureSignalProducts.com.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 16021
Date reported October 29, 2015
Date initiated October 29, 2015
Recalling firm Sure Signal Products, Inc., of Garden Grove, Calif.
Affected scope About 375,000
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately contact Sure Signal Products for free replacement fuses. A video with instructions on how to replace…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Sure Signal Products heat-activated fire alarms sold under the following brand names and models: DeTech FST2004H, MasterGuard QR50, Responsive TR70-R and Thermalink QR50. They are white, round and measure about 7 inches in diameter. The alarms have a round fuse at the center. The fuse is white or chrome and about 1.5 inches in diameter, and has a temperature rating of 117°F or 136°F. The alarms were manufactured from January 1, 2004 through July 1, 2015. Date codes are listed in a YYDDD format and range from 04001 through 15182. The alarm's model is printed on a label on the back of the alarm. SSP, the temperature rating and the date code can be found on the back of the fuse.. Recalled by Sure Signal Products, Inc., of Garden Grove, Calif.. Units affected: About 375,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A defective fusible link sensor (fuse) on the fire alarm can cause the alarm to fail to alert consumers of a fire.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately contact Sure Signal Products for free replacement fuses. A video with instructions on how to replace the fuse is available at http://SureSignalProducts.com.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 29, 2015. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16021.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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