CPSC recall 12156
Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-18
On 2016-04-18 the CPSC announced a recall of Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers by Gems Sensors, citing the transducer can fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system. This could cause the sprinkler system to fail to activate and pump water to the….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12156 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-04-24 |
| Published | 2016-04-18 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Gems Sensors |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers | The Gems 3100 Pressure Transducer is used to detect pressure in a range of applications, including the detection of water pressure as part of a fire pump controller in a fire suppression sprinkler system. The transducer has "Gems Sensors & Controls," as well as the 18-digit part number, printed on a label affixed to the center of the transducer. Part numbers beginning with "3100" are included in this recall.
Reason
The transducer can fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system. This could cause the sprinkler system to fail to activate and pump water to the sprinklers in the event of a fire.
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/2012/Gems-Sensors-Recalls-Pressure-Transducers-Used-in-Fire-Pump-Controllers-Due-to-Risk-of-Failure-in-a-Fire
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