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Sure Signal Products Recalls Heat-Activated Fire Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers of a Fire

Reported: October 29, 2015 Initiated: October 29, 2015 #16021

Product Description

This recall involves Sure Signal Products heat-activated fire alarms sold under the following brand names and models: DeTech FST2004H, MasterGuard QR50, Responsive TR70-R and Thermalink QR50. They are white, round and measure about 7 inches in diameter. The alarms have a round fuse at the center. The fuse is white or chrome and about 1.5 inches in diameter, and has a temperature rating of 117°F or 136°F. The alarms were manufactured from January 1, 2004 through July 1, 2015. Date codes are listed in a YYDDD format and range from 04001 through 15182. The alarm's model is printed on a label on the back of the alarm. SSP, the temperature rating and the date code can be found on the back of the fuse.

Reason for Recall

A defective fusible link sensor (fuse) on the fire alarm can cause the alarm to fail to alert consumers of a fire.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact Sure Signal Products for free replacement fuses. A video with instructions on how to replace the fuse is available at http://SureSignalProducts.com.

Details

Units Affected
About 375,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Sure-Signal-Products-Recalls-Heat-Activated-Fire-Alarms

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Sure Signal Products heat-activated fire alarms sold under the following brand names and models: DeTech FST2004H, MasterGuard QR50, Responsive TR70-R and Thermalink QR50. They are white, round and measure about 7 inches in diameter. The alarms have a round fuse at the center. The fuse is white or chrome and about 1.5 inches in diameter, and has a temperature rating of 117°F or 136°F. The alarms were manufactured from January 1, 2004 through July 1, 2015. Date codes are listed in a YYDDD format and range from 04001 through 15182. The alarm's model is printed on a label on the back of the alarm. SSP, the temperature rating and the date code can be found on the back of the fuse.. Recalled by Sure Signal Products, Inc., of Garden Grove, Calif.. Units affected: About 375,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A defective fusible link sensor (fuse) on the fire alarm can cause the alarm to fail to alert consumers of a fire.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately contact Sure Signal Products for free replacement fuses. A video with instructions on how to replace the fuse is available at http://SureSignalProducts.com.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 29, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16021.

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