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Bosch Security Systems Recalls Fire Control Panels Due to Fire Alarm Failure (Recall Alert)

Reported: January 16, 2014 Initiated: January 16, 2014 #14711

Product Description

The recall involves G-series Fire Alarm Control Panels that are professionally installed and have model numbers that end in GV4 and use D192G Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) modules. The NAC module monitors the circuit connections and signals when alarms are not operational. The Bosch name, logo and model number D9412GV4, D7412GV4 or D7212GV4 are on the board of recalled GV4 fire alarm control panels. The control panels and modules are used in residences and commercial facilities and can be mounted inside a variety of enclosures with a minimum size of 16 inches x 16 inches x 3.5 inches, which may or may not be labeled with the Bosch name or logo.

Reason for Recall

The notification appliance circuit module can cause the panels to fail to activate an audible or visual alarm in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Consumers who have a recalled GV4 control panel with a D192G NAC module should contact Bosch or their certified professional installer for a free repair. Bosch has contacted their distributors and installers and sent installers a service bulletin telling them how to correct the problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves G-series Fire Alarm Control Panels that are professionally installed and have model numbers that end in GV4 and use D192G Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) modules. The NAC module monitors the circuit connections and signals when alarms are not operational. The Bosch name, logo and model number D9412GV4, D7412GV4 or D7212GV4 are on the board of recalled GV4 fire alarm control panels. The control panels and modules are used in residences and commercial facilities and can be mounted inside a variety of enclosures with a minimum size of 16 inches x 16 inches x 3.5 inches, which may or may not be labeled with the Bosch name or logo.. Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Inc., of Fairport, N.Y.. Units affected: About 2,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The notification appliance circuit module can cause the panels to fail to activate an audible or visual alarm in the event of a fire.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who have a recalled GV4 control panel with a D192G NAC module should contact Bosch or their certified professional installer for a free repair. Bosch has contacted their distributors and installers and sent installers a service bulletin telling them how to correct the problem.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 16, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14711.