Smoke detectors that might not detect smoke are recalled

Nearly 500,000 smoke detectors that might not be able to detect smoke are being recalled by a company based in North Carolina.

The company Kidde has issued a recall for models PI2010 and PI9010 due to a manufacturer defect, The News & Observer reports. 

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on Wednesday.

North Carolina company Kidde is recalling nearly half a million of their PI2010 (pictured) and PI9010 models due to a manufacturer defect 

The issue stems from a yellow cap that was possibly left on the devices during manufacturing and covers one of two sensors

These models were sold nationwide and online from September 2016 through this January for $20 to $40. Model numbers can be found on the back of the units.

About 40,000 smoke detectors sold in Canada may also be defective.

The issue stems from a yellow cap that was possibly left on the devices during manufacturing and covers one of two sensors, compromising the smoke alarm’s ability to detect smoke.

‘If no yellow cap is present, consumers should reinstall the smoke alarm and no further action is needed,’ the Consumer Product Safety Commission said.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on Wednesday

No reports of incidents or injuries as a result of a yellow cap being present have been reported. 

Kidde also recalled 38 million fire extinguishers last year. They had a design flaw that could have prevented them from working and parts of the extinguisher could detach with enough force to pose an impact hazard.

Those with affected smoke alarms can register for replacements by calling 833-551-7739 or visiting kidde-smoke-alarm-recallusen.expertinquiry.com.

Those with affected smoke alarms can register for replacements by calling 833-551-7739