Recall: Interlogix Recalls to Inspect Personal Panic Devices Due to Failure to Operate in an Emergency

Description: This recall involves Interlogix wireless personal panic devices. The product is a wrist band or necklace panic button, used to activate a security control panel within range in the event of a personal emergency or injury. These devices were sold as an accessory with professionally installed home security systems. They were sold in black and white and include model and UPC numbers: TX-4200-01-1 (white; UPC 7-82136-72342-7) and TX-4200-01-2 (black; UPC 7-82136-72343-4). The model number is printed on the underside of the device. Both the model number and the UPC number are printed on the packaging.

Name of product: Interlogix ® wireless personal panic devices

Units: About 67,000

Manufacturer: Interlogix, of Lincolnton, NC

Hazard: The wireless personal panic devices can fail to operate, which could result in the device not communicating with the security system if activated in the event of an emergency.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact their professional security system installer or monitoring company for a free inspection of their personal panic device and a free replacement device for those that fail inspection.

Recall date: October 04, 2016

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Through professional security installers and distributors nationwide from May 2014 through January 2016 for about $35 to $50.

Manufactured in: Mexico

Consumer contact: Consumer Contact: Interlogix at 800-394-4988 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. PT, email at questions@interlogix.com, or online at www.interlogix.com and click on Customer Service for more information.

Recall number: 17-004