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CPSC recall 03116

Star ME-1 dry fire sprinklers

On 2025-06-02 the CPSC announced a recall of Star ME-1 dry fire sprinklers by Chemetron An Inactive Subsidiary, citing these sprinklers are defective and are likely to fail to operate in a fire, thereby exposing consumers to the risk of death or serious injury.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number03116
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2003-04-25
Published2025-06-02
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyChemetron An Inactive Subsidiary
DistributionUS

Product

Star ME-1 dry fire sprinklers | Chemetron's Star ME-1 sprinklers have the following information molded onto the sprinkler: the name "Star," the designation "ME-1," and the year of manufacture, starting with 1977 and ending with 1982. These sprinklers were typically installed in areas of buildings where the sprinklers or water supply pipes may be subject to freezing. Examples of such areas include unheated attics, freezers and coolers, porches and parking garages. The types of facilities in which the sprinklers were installed include nursing homes, convalescent and long-term care facilities, supermarkets and other stores, warehouses, hospitals and office buildings.

Reason

These sprinklers are defective and are likely to fail to operate in a fire, thereby exposing consumers to the risk of death or serious injury.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-American-Household-Inc-Formerly-Sunbeam-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Star-ME-1-Dry-Fire-Sprinklers-Administrative-Lawsuit-Settlement-

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