Best Electronic Door Locks – Installation Risk (2002)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Electronic door locks
Brand
Best Lock Corp., d/b/a/ Best Access Systems, of Indianapolis, Ind.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
Best Lock Corp., d/b/a/ Best Access Systems, of Indianapolis, Ind. is recalling Electronic door locks. The hazard is: In an extreme fire situation, it is possible for the electronic wires and mounting holes to become e. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The IDH Max™, B.A.S.I.S.® G and B.A.S.I.S.® V (Magstrip and Smartcard versions) cylindrical and mortise electronic door lock products are often installed in college and university dormitories, schools and hospitals.
Reported concern (CPSC)
In an extreme fire situation, it is possible for the electronic wires and mounting holes to become exposed, posing a fire hazard risk. There is no danger of latch failure, nor will this prevent normal egress during an emergency evacuation.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Customers will be contacted directly by Best Access Systems to receive a replacement product. Products installed in non-fire rated applications and B.A.S.I.S. G mortise products installed in 20-minute fire rated applications will be modified or replaced if requested by the customer. Products installed in 3-hour fire rated applications will be modified or replaced.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026