Three61 is recalling approximately 328,000 Samurai-branded mini smoke alarms (model SM1) because they can malfunction and fail to alert consumers to a fire. These white and silver plastic alarms, which measure about 2.5 inches, were sold in packs of two or three exclusively by HSN. Testing by the CPSC revealed that the detectors may fail to trigger even when exposed to pre-determined concentrations of smoke, which could lead to smoke inhalation or death. The company has received eight reports of these alarms failing to activate in the presence of smoke.
The smoke alarms can fail to activate during a fire, posing a severe risk of smoke inhalation or death. There have been eight reported incidents of the alarms failing to trigger in smoky conditions.
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.
White and silver plastic cubes measuring approximately 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 inches. Features lithium-ion batteries and includes mounting hardware.
Recalled Samurai Mini Smoke Alarm - front
Recalled Samurai Mini Smoke Alarm - back
Recalled Samurai Mini Smoke Alarm – packaging
Recalled Samurai Mini Smoke Alarm - packaging
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response