System Sensor Recalls Combination Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Recall date

February 11, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

15077

Brand / firm

System Sensor, of St. Charles, Ill.

Sold / distributed

Security equipment dealers nationwide during September 2014 for about $75.

Why it was recalled

The detectors can fail to detect carbon monoxide gas in the home, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

What was recalled

This recall involves System Sensor i4 series combination carbon monoxide/smoke detector models COSMO-2W and COSMO-4W manufactured between 9/3/14 and 9/13/14. The detectors are round, white, and measure about 5.5 inches in diameter. Recalled units have date codes 4091 or 4092 printed on the lower left-hand corner of the label affixed to the back of the product and on the packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately contact System Sensor to obtain a free replacement combination CO/smoke detector. Consumers should keep using the recalled detectors until replacement detectors are installed.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.