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CPSCRecalled Jul 10, 2019 · #19162

Universal Security Instruments Recalls to Inspect Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire

Hazard

The smoke alarms can have a misaligned internal switch causing the alarms to not activate properly, posing a risk of failure to alert consumers to a fire.

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Description

This recall involves Universal Security Instruments 10 year battery-operated ionization smoke and fire alarms with model numbers MI3050S and MI3050SB and with date codes between 2015JAN19 through 2016JUL11. The smoke alarms are white in color and 5½ inches in diameter. "Universal" and "Smoke & Fire Alarm" are printed on the front cover of the alarm. The label on the back of the alarm lists the model number and date code.

Product details

Product
Battery powered smoke and fire alarms
Type
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
MI3050S, MI3050SB, 2015JAN19, 2016JUL11
UPCs
Sold at
Online through specialty wholesalers and others from July 2015 to December 2016 about $20
Made in
Hong Kong

What you should do

Consumers should immediately inspect their smoke alarms to determine if it will activate appropriately. Press the test button to determine if it is operating properly. If the alarm sounds no further action is required. Additional instructions are located on the firm's website. If smoke alarm does not sound during the test, consumers should immediately contact Universal Security for a replacement.

View the official CPSC notice