Recall 09-266, published July 9, 2009
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Kidde Model PI2000 Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
PI2000The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms model PI2000. The alarms can be identified by two buttons, "HUSH" and "PUSH AND HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY," which are located on the front/center of the alarm. The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm. Only date codes 2008 Aug.01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.
What should I do if I have PI2000?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with PI2000, then check the date codes the notice lists.
- Contact the firm. Call (877) 524-2086, or go to www.kidde.com.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Recall published
- July 9, 2009
- Category
- Smoke & CO Alarms
- Units
- About 94,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail, department, and hardware stores and through electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through May 2009 for between $30 and $40.
