6K and 7KC series door locksets

CPSC Recall #11-725 — March 8, 2011

Recall #11-725 Date: March 8, 2011 Remedy: Replace

Product

6K and 7KC series door locksets

Description

The recalled latches are in 6K and 7KC series medium Duty Locksets. These locksets have a brass or stainless steel finish and may have the word "BEST" embossed on the key core.

Hazard

The latches can fail and the door cannot be unlocked from the inside, posing an entrapment hazard. This failure could lead to the inability to vacate a location in an emergency.

Incidents / Injuries

Stanley Security Solutions has received five reports of the latches failing. One entrapment has been reported. No injuries reported.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Stanley Security Solutions to schedule an appointment to have the latches replaced free of charge.

Units Affected

About 63,100

Sold At

Nationwide to end users through either the firm’s network of branches or independent dealers from April 2010 through January 2011 for between about $80 and $260.

Manufacturer

Stanley Security Solutions Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.

Manufactured In

Taiwan