CPSCRecalled Nov 10, 2016 · #17031
Kidde Recalls Combination Smoke/CO Alarms Due to Alarm Failure
Hazard
The alarm can fail to continue to chirp when it reaches its 7-year end of life if the batteries are replaced, leading consumers to believe it is still working. This poses a risk of consumers not being alerted to a fire or CO incident in their home.
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This recall involves Kidde NightHawk talking combo smoke/CO alarm with model number KN-COSM-IB and manufacture dates between June 1, 2004 and December 31, 2010. The alarms are hard-wired into a home's electric power. The unit has a compartment on the back for the installation of a replaceable 9V backup battery. The alarm is white, round and measures about 5 to 6 inches in diameter. "Kidde" is engraved on the front of the alarm. "Kidde," the model number and manufacture dates are printed on a label on the back on the alarm.
Product details
- Product
- Kidde NightHawk combination smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) alarms
- Type
- —
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- 2004, 2010
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Electrical distributors and home centers nationwide and online at Amazon.com from June 2004 through December 2010 for between $40 and $65.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled alarms and contact Kidde directly for a free replacement alarm based on date of manufacture or a discount on a new alarm.