Interlogix Recalls to Inspect Personal Panic Devices Due to Failure to Operate in an Emergency

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Interlogix%20Recalls%20to%20Inspect%20Personal%20Panic%20Devices

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Interlogix ® wireless personal panic devices

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.

Remedy: Replace

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.

Consumer Contact: Interlogix at 800-394-4988 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. PT, email at [email protected], or online at www.interlogix.com and click on Customer Service for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 67,000

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.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported  

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  

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