CPSCRecalled Sep 6, 2007 · #07575
Apex Security Systems with XICOR Memory Chip Recalled by Honeywell International; Could Fail to Warn of Fire, Intrusion
Hazard
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.
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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."
Product details
- Product
- Apex-Brand Destiny 6100 and 6100AN Security System Control Panels
- Type
- Home Control/Alarm Systems
- Manufacturer
- Ademco de Juarez SRL, of Mexico (control panel) | XICOR, of Milpitas, Calif. (memory chip)
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Security distributors nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for between $280 and $325. Distributors sell the control panels to alarm dealers who directly install them.
- Made in
- Mexico
What you should do
Honeywell International is contacting customers directly and is providing a replacement control panel.