PlainRecalls
CPSC Moderate Active

Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire

Reported: July 9, 2009 Initiated: July 9, 2009 #09266

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.

Details

Units Affected
About 94,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Kidde-Recalls-Dual-Sensor-Smoke-Alarms-Can-Fail-to-Warn-of-a-Fire

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.. Units affected: About 94,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 9, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09266.

Related Recalls

CPSC Moderate

Vive Health Recalls Adult Portable Bed Rails Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Asphyxiation; V…

Ningbo Shenyu Medical Equipment Co., Ltd., of China · 2026-02-19
CPSC Moderate

Beloems Adult Portable Bed Rails Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Asphyxiation; Viol…

Leioujiapin Technology Co., Ltd. dba Beloems, of China · 2026-02-12
CPSC Moderate

Fortemotus Direct Adult Portable Bed Rails Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Asphyxia…

Guangzhou Kezhinuo Maoyi Youxian Gongsi, dba Fortemotus Direct US, of China · 2026-02-12
CPSC Moderate

Airova Recalls Aroeve Air Purifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

· 2026-02-09
CPSC Moderate

Aterian Recalls PurSteam Elite Travel Steamers and Mighty Lil Steamers Due to Risk of Serious Burn Injury

· 2026-02-05

Explore Related Data

Vehicle Safety → Drug Information →