CPSC recall 15-709, announced November 20, 2014, covers Simplex 4100ES Fire Alarm Control Panel (about 750 units). A defective chip in the alarm panel can cause premature battery failure and prevent activation of devices during alarm conditions, posing a risk of injury and property damage. The notice reports no incidents. SimplexGrinnell is inspecting and replacing all circuit boards with the defective chip. Recall contact: call (800) 746-7539, or go to www.tycosimplexgrinnell.com.
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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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled Simplex 4100ES Fire Control Panel is an addressable fire alarm control panel that can support up to 2,500 addressable points, fire alarm and emergency voice communications and peer-to-peer networking operations. The metal cabinets containing the panel are red or white and measure about 22 inches to 56 inches in height, 24 inches in width and 7 inches in depth. The panels have Simplex 4100ES printed on the front of the panel.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- March 2014 through June 2014
- Price paid
- $4,000
Why it was recalled
A defective chip in the alarm panel can cause premature battery failure and prevent activation of devices during alarm conditions, posing a risk of injury and property damage.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
SimplexGrinnell is inspecting and replacing all circuit boards with the defective chip. SimplexGrinnell and Tyco are contacting purchasers directly.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 746-7539, or go to www.tycosimplexgrinnell.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Tyco International de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
- Manufacturer
- Tyco International de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
- Product type
- Smoke alarms
- Recall number
- 15-709
- Units
- About 750
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- SimplexGrinnell from March 2014 through June 2014 for about $4,000.
- Importer
- SimplexGrinnell, of Boca Raton, Fla.
Simplex 4100ES Fire Alarm Control Panel
CPSC product type: Fire or Smoke Alarms
This recall in context
Compared with the 36 smoke alarm recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 750 units: the 24th-largest of 28 smoke alarm recalls that state a unit count. The median is 28,500 units.
- Remedy
- Replacement: offered in 12 of 36 smoke alarm recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- 4 months. Recalled 5 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Tyco at (800) 746-7539 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.tycosimplexgrinnell.com and click on the Recall Alert button.
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