CPSC recall 04507
Audio Evacuation Unit
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-03-24
On 2025-03-24 the CPSC announced a recall of Audio Evacuation Unit by Fire Control Instruments, citing the AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible evacuation signals associated with the failed AEU will not operate and b….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04507 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2003-10-30 |
| Published | 2025-03-24 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Fire Control Instruments |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Audio Evacuation Unit | All FCI AEUs (part number 1100-1171) manufactured prior to April 12, 2003. These AEUs are used in FireVac 7200 System Control Units. A label in the left center of the circuit board reads "FCI 7200" and "AEU." All V5 versions below V5.2-008 and V6 versions below V6.0.14 are included in the recall.
Reason
The AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible evacuation signals associated with the failed AEU will not operate and building occupants may not be warned of an emergency.
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/2004/CPSC-Fire-Control-Instruments-Announce-Recall-for-Audio-Evacuation-Units-
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