Interlogix ® wireless personal panic devices
CPSC Recall #17-004 — October 4, 2016
Product
Interlogix ® wireless personal panic devices
Description
This recall involves Interlogix wireless personal panic devices. The product is a wrist band or necklace panic button, used to activate a security control panel within range in the event of a personal emergency or injury. These devices were sold as an accessory with professionally installed home security systems. They were sold in black and white and include model and UPC numbers: TX-4200-01-1 (white; UPC 7-82136-72342-7) and TX-4200-01-2 (black; UPC 7-82136-72343-4). The model number is printed on the underside of the device. Both the model number and the UPC number are printed on the packaging.
Hazard
The wireless personal panic devices can fail to operate, which could result in the device not communicating with the security system if activated in the event of an emergency.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact their professional security system installer or monitoring company for a free inspection of their personal panic device and a free replacement device for those that fail inspection.
Units Affected
Units: About 67,000
Sold At
Through professional security installers and distributors nationwide from May 2014 through January 2016 for about $35 to $50.
Manufacturer
Interlogix, of Lincolnton, NC
Manufactured In
Mexico