Maped Helix USA Recalls Metal Lockable Drug Chests Due to Risk of Poisoning

The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning.

Recall #: 22109
Affected scope: About 7,700

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled This recall involves the Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests. The white metal, rectangular s….

Maped Helix USA Recalls Metal Lockable Drug Chests Due to Risk of Poisoning was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 31, 2022. Reason: The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests until repaired and contact Ma…. Verify recall #22109 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning..

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agency class: March 31, 2022
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22109 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 - 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.

Product description

This recall involves the Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests. The white metal, rectangular security chests are used to store medications, drugs and other medical supplies. They measure about 8 inches wide by 13 inches long by 8 inches deep and come with two keys, a security tether and a mounting kit. HELIX is metal stamped on the lid next to a cross inside a red circle. Security chests with a locking arm on the left side are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests until repaired and contact Maped Helix USA to be shipped a free consumer-installable repair kit.

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	22109
Date reported	March 31, 2022
Date initiated	March 31, 2022
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 7,700
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

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests until repaired and contact Maped Helix USA to be shipped a free consu…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests until repaired and contact Maped Helix USA to be shipped a free consumer-installable repair kit.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 31, 2022. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 22109.

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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