Kidde Model PI 2000CA Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled smoke alarms and contact Kidde Canada Inc. to receive a free replacement.
For more information, consumers may contact Kidde Canada Inc. toll-free at 1-877-524-2086 between 8AM and 5PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit the 
firm’s recall website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority’s (ESA) Web site.
Affected products
Kidde Model PI 2000CA Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
Product description
This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms with model PI2000CA. 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 2009 Jan 01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.
Hazard identified
An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, preventing the alarm from warning consumers in the case of smoke or fire.
Kidde Canada Inc. has received two reported incidents of alarm unit malfunctions involving electrostatic discharge during installation, with no reported injuries.
Health Canada has not received any reports of injuries or incidents related to the use of these alarms.
Number sold
Approximately 10 000 of the recalled smoke alarms were sold in Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled smoke alarms were sold from March 2009 to May 2009.
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Importer
- Wilton Industries Canada of Etobicoke, Ontario
- Manufacturer
- Unknown
- Manufacturer
- Kidde Canada Inc. of Markham, Ontario
Kidde Model PI 2000CA Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled smoke alarms and contact Kidde Canada Inc. to receive a free replacement.
For more information, consumers may contact Kidde Canada Inc. toll-free at 1-877-524-2086 between 8AM and 5PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s recall website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority’s (ESA) Web site.
Affected products
Kidde Model PI 2000CA Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
Product description
This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms with model PI2000CA. 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 2009 Jan 01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.
Hazard identified
An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, preventing the alarm from warning consumers in the case of smoke or fire.
Kidde Canada Inc. has received two reported incidents of alarm unit malfunctions involving electrostatic discharge during installation, with no reported injuries.
Health Canada has not received any reports of injuries or incidents related to the use of these alarms.
Number sold
Approximately 10 000 of the recalled smoke alarms were sold in Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled smoke alarms were sold from March 2009 to May 2009.
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Importer
- Wilton Industries Canada of Etobicoke, Ontario
- Manufacturer
- Unknown
- Manufacturer
- Kidde Canada Inc. of Markham, Ontario
