Beam Smoke Detectors (System Sensor) – Fire Alert Failure (2014)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
System Sensor reflected beam smoke detectors
Brand
System Sensor, of St. Charles, Ill.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
System Sensor, of St. Charles, Ill. is recalling System Sensor reflected beam smoke detectors. The hazard is: When used with certain power supplies, the reflected beam smoke detectors can fail to send a signal . 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
This recall involves System Sensor's reflected beam smoke detectors with model number BEAM1224S and date codes 2111 through 3053. The YMMW format date codes stand for (2111) 2012-November-1st week of Nov. through (3053) 2013-May-3rd week of May. The detectors are ivory and black and measure 10 inches high by 7½ inches wide. The model number and date code are printed on a label on the back of the detector's cover and on the product's packaging. The reflected beam smoke detectors were used primarily in commercial buildings as part of the fire alarm system. Detectors used with acceptable power supplies, as listed on the company website, do not need to be replaced.
Reported concern (CPSC)
When used with certain power supplies, the reflected beam smoke detectors can fail to send a signal to the fire alarm control panel that sounds the alarm and fail to alert occupants of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Owners with the affected smoke detectors powered by a power supply that is not on the company's acceptable list available online, should contact System Sensor to receive free replacement smoke detectors. System Sensor and its distributors are contacting purchasers directly.
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