According to a press release issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, these Chinese-made smoke detectors are being recalled because they don't detect smoke?
Some 6,800 units recalled.
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CHZHVAN Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Recalled Due to Failure to Alert to Fire; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Haikouhuidishangmaoyouxiangongsi
Name of Product:
CHZHVAN Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Hazard:
The detectors can fail to activate, posing a risk that consumers will not be alerted to a fire.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: May 16, 2024
Units: About 6,800
Consumer Contact:
Haikouhuidishangmaoyouxiangongs via email at l18276710356@163.com, or online at www.amazon.com/sp?ie=UTF8&seller=A4INNIJC6B92S&asin=B0C2ZCTCZ8&ref_=dp_merchant_link&isAmazonFulfilled=1 or www.haikouhuidi.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.
Recall Details
Description:
This recall involves CHZHVAN brand combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors with the model number JKD-512. The combination detectors are made of white plastic and measure about four inches in diameter. The front of the detectors contains a black plastic circle with a digital display placed in the center. “CHZHVAN” is printed above the digital display. The back of the detectors contains three slots for AAA batteries as well as a printed label which includes the model number, battery specifications of the product, and instructions.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and contact Haikouhuidishangmaoyouxiangongsi to receive a full refund.
Incidents/Injuries:
There are five reports of the detectors failing to alarm in the presence of smoke. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Online at Amazon.com from August 2023 through January 2024 for between $18 and $59.
Importer(s):
Haikouhuidishangmaoyouxiangongsi, of China
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 24-236
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That defect sure got smoked out ....
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