Critical Alert
Three61 Recalls Samurai Mini Smoke Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire; Sold Exclusively by HSN
This recall is associated with reported fatalities. Consumers should take immediate action.
Source: CPSC
CriticalRecall #25095
Three61 Recalls Samurai Mini Smoke Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire; Sold Exclusively by HSN
Three61 LLC, of Palm Harbor, Florida · Samurai Mini Smoke Alarms
Product Description
This recall involves Samurai-branded mini smoke alarms, model number SM1. The white and silver plastic smoke alarms measure about 2.5 by 2.5 by 2.5 inches. They were sold in packs of two or three alarms and came with lithium-ion batteries, adhesive stickers, screws, mounting plates and an instruction manual. "Smoke" appears on the front of the alarm below a button and "installed on" on the back. The model number is located on the product packaging.
Hazard
The smoke alarms can malfunction and fail to alert consumers of a fire, posing a risk of smoke inhalation or death. Smoke sensitivity tests performed on the alarms by CPSC found that one of the detectors that was tested failed to alert when exposed to pre-determined concentrations of smoke.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Three61 for a free replacement alarm, including shipping. To register, consumers must write "Recalled" with a permanent marker on the smoke alarm and submit a photo of the marked product to the recall website at www.samuraibrands.com/recall. Once registered, the firm will immediately ship the replacement alarm. Consumers should keep the recalled smoke alarms installed until receiving the replacement alarm. Consumers should install the replacement alarms immediately upon receiving them. Three61 is contacting all known purchasers directly.
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Reported Injuries
Three61 has received eight reports of the alarms failing to activate in the presence of smoke. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
Three61 LLC, of Palm Harbor, Florida is recalling about 328,000 of Samurai Mini Smoke Alarms following reports of fatalities linked to the product. The CPSC announced this recall on January 16, 2025. The smoke alarms can malfunction and fail to alert consumers of a fire, posing a risk of smoke inhalation or death. This is among the most serious recall classifications issued by the CPSC. Consumers are urged to stop use immediately and receive a free replacement. Anyone who has experienced problems with this product should file a report with the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov in addition to contacting the manufacturer.
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