Recall: Connector Kits Used with Sonitrol Access Control Modules Recalled; Failure Could Lead to Entrapment in an Emergency

Connector Kits Used with Sonitrol Access Control Modules Recalled; Failure Could Lead to Entrapment in an Emergency

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Connector kits used with electronic door lock control modules.

Units: About 6,500

Distributor: Stanley Convergent Security Solutions Inc., U.S. Division Headquarters, of Naperville, Ill.

Hazard: The pin connector can fail and prevent a door from being unlocked from the inside, posing an entrapment hazard to consumers. This failure can lead to the inability to vacate a location in an emergency.

Incidents/Injuries: Stanley Convergent Security Solutions has received three reports of the pin connectors failing. No entrapments have been reported.

Description: The recalled pin connectors were distributed in installation kits (part number 8Z-40010751) for use with Sonitrol-brand ACCESS4-S and ACCESS4-SULC four-door access control modules. The recalled connectors include two-pin, eight-pin and 17-pin models, all of which have “EB560” imprinted on the end.

Sold through: Stanley Convergent Security Solutions’ branch offices and Sonitrol franchised dealers nationwide from August 2008 through October 2009 for between $50 and $70.

Manufactured in: USA

Remedy: Owners of the kits should contact Stanley Convergent Security Solutions or their Sonitrol franchised dealer to schedule an appointment to have the pin connectors replaced free of charge.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Stanley Convergent Security Solutions toll-free at (866) 792-5276 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms’ Web sites at www.stanleycss.com or www.sonitrol.com