When we think of recalls, we most often think of contaminated food.
But this recall has nothing to do with food but has the potential to be far more dangerous.
In a join recall with Health Canada, Kidde is recalling 2 models of Kidde Dual-Sensor (photoelectric & ionization) smoke alarms due to the INABILITY TO DETECT SMOKE!
The two affected product models included in this recall are PI2010CA and PI9010CA. They were manufactured between September 10, 2016 and October 13, 2017. The model number & date are located on the back of the unit.
The affected smoke alarms have a pill shaped design on the front of the unit. The affected models have a yellow cap visible through the opening on the side of the alarm.
To identify the presence of the yellow sensor cap:
- Consumers should remove the alarm from the wall/ceiling and visually inspect.
- Consumers should check the brand name and look for the unique design of the PI2010CA and PI9010CA smoke alarm.
- Consumers should then locate the locking tab on the back of the alarm, turn the alarm on its side and look at the opening closest to the locking tab.
- If a yellow cap can be seen in the opening the unit is affected and must be replaced. Consumers should not attempt to take apart the alarm, open the casing, or otherwise remove the yellow cap themselves.
- If no yellow cap is present, consumers should reinstall the smoke alarm and no further action is needed.
There were approximately 40,000 units sold in Canada between November 1, 2016 and January 25, 2018.
