Moderate Recalled March 22, 2007 About 32,000 units Updated May 23, 2014

Digital Security Controls Recalls Smoke Detectors that Could Fail to Warn of a Fire

Fire

The hazard

These smoke detectors could fail to reliably detect smoke during a fire.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Customers should immediately contact their installer to receive a free inspection to determine if their units are included in the recall. If so, they will receive free replacement smoke detectors with installation. Customers also can contact Digital Security Controls for additional information on how to receive free replacement smoke detectors. Only professional installers should remove and replace these units.

Contact: For additional information, contact Digital Security Controls toll-free at (888) 888-7838 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at at www.dsc.com

About this recall

The recall involves Digital Security Controls FSA and FSB series photo-electric smoke detectors. They are wired directly into the building circuitry, and do not use a battery. The dome shaped units have a metal mesh covering around the smoke sensor.

Product photos

Recalled Smoke Detector
Recalled Smoke Detector

Photos: U.S. CPSC