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.
UPC or product codes
800549644617The alarms have a Bosch label on the back with "RFSM-A," a bar code with "F01U263962" and a 17-digit serial number starting with 0922320XXX.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Bosch's Radion wireless round smoke alarms installed as part of Bosch security systems. Bosch security alarm systems use a control keypad labeled "Bosch" on the front surface. The alarms are made of white plastic and measure 5.6 inches across and 2.4 inches high. The alarms have a Bosch label on the back with "RFSM-A," a bar code with "F01U263962" and a 17-digit serial number starting with 0922320XXX. The XXX in the 8th through 10th positions of the serial number designates the date code. Only alarms with date codes 001 through 458 are included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The alarms can fail to alert consumers to a fire, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Bosch has received two reports that alarms failed to sound during installation testing.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately contact their dealer/installer for a free replacement alarm. Bosch has contacted dealers and installers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bosch Security Systems Inc., Fairport, N.Y.
- Manufacturer
- Bosch Security Systems Inc., Fairport, N.Y.
- Product type
- Smoke alarms
- Recall number
- 15-753
- Units
- About 950
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Security system dealers nationwide from November 2013 through October 2014 for about $125.
Radion wireless smoke alarms
CPSC product type: Fire or Smoke Alarms
Recall contact information
Bosch Security Systems at 800-289-0096 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET or at www.boschsecurity.us and click on Service and Support, then Customer Service and Presales, then Related Links and go to Technical Bulletins and Safety Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.