Kidde Smoke Alarms (Walter Kidde) - Fire Warning Failure (2009)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Kidde Model PI2000 Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
Brand
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.
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
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C. is recalling Kidde Model PI2000 Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms. The hazard is: An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.. 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 Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms model PI2000. The alarms can be identified by two buttons, "HUSH" and "PUSH AND HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY," which are located on the front/center of the alarm. The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm. Only date codes 2008 Aug.01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.
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