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CPSCRecalled May 6, 2002 · #02534

CPSC, Best Lock Corp. Announce Recall of Electronic Door Locks

Hazard

In an extreme fire situation, it is possible for the electronic wires and mounting holes to become exposed, posing a fire hazard risk. There is no danger of latch failure, nor will this prevent normal egress during an emergency evacuation.

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Description

The IDH Max™, B.A.S.I.S.® G and B.A.S.I.S.® V (Magstrip and Smartcard versions) cylindrical and mortise electronic door lock products are often installed in college and university dormitories, schools and hospitals.

Product details

Product
Electronic door locks
Type
Door Locks
Manufacturer
Best Lock Corp., d/b/a/ Best Access Systems, of Indianapolis, Ind.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
The IDH Max™, B.A.S.I.S.® G and B.A.S.I.S.® V products were sold directly or through authorized distributors to the commercial and industrial markets, between 2000 and December 2001.

What you should do

Customers will be contacted directly by Best Access Systems to receive a replacement product. Products installed in non-fire rated applications and B.A.S.I.S. G mortise products installed in 20-minute fire rated applications will be modified or replaced if requested by the customer. Products installed in 3-hour fire rated applications will be modified or replaced.

View the official CPSC notice