CPSC recall 03117
Star ME-1 dry fire sprinklers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-06-03
On 2025-06-03 the CPSC announced a recall of Star ME-1 dry fire sprinklers by Sprinkler Of Milwaukee Scm Formerly Known As Star Sprinkler, 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.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03117 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2003-04-25 |
| Published | 2025-06-03 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Sprinkler Of Milwaukee Scm Formerly Known As Star Sprinkler |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Star ME-1 dry fire sprinklers | SCM'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 1983 and ending with 1995. 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
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