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Kidde NightHawk combination smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) alarms

Description: This recall involves Kidde NightHawk talking combo smoke/CO alarm with model number KN-COSM-IB and manufacture dates between June 1, 2004 and December 31, 2010. The alarms are hard-wired into a home's electric power. The unit has a compartment on the back for the installation of a replaceable 9V backup battery. The alarm is white, round and measures about 5 to 6 inches in diameter. "Kidde" is engraved on the front of the alarm. "Kidde," the model number and manufacture dates are printed on a label on the back on the alarm. [Learn More]

About 3.6 million (in addition 1.5 million were sold in Canada) units were affected by this recall.

Kidde NightHawk combination smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) alarms
Kidde Recalls Combination Smoke/CO Alarms Due to Alarm Failure

Front of unit, with wire connectors. Front of unit

Kidde NightHawk combination smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) alarms Recall Information

Country of OriginChina
Recall Date11/10/2016
Recall ID7904
Recall Number17031
HazardThe alarm can fail to continue to chirp when it reaches its 7-year end of life if the batteries are replaced, leading consumers to believe it is still working. This poses a risk of consumers not being alerted to a fire or CO incident in their home.
InjuriesKidde has received eight reports of incidents with the recalled alarms. No injuries have been reported.
RemedyConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled alarms and contact Kidde directly for a free replacement alarm based on date of manufacture or a discount on a new alarm.
Remedy OptionReplace
ContactKidde toll-free at 855-239-0490 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.kidde.com and click on “Product Safety Notice” for more information.
Last Updated11/10/2016
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