# Tyco Fire Protection Recalls Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panels Due to Failure to Activate (Recall Alert)
> **CPSC recall** · 2014-11-20 · 15709 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 15709
- **Date:** 2014-11-20
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Simplex 4100ES Fire Alarm Control Panel

## Hazards

A defective chip in the alarm panel can cause premature battery failure and prevent activation of devices during alarm conditions, posing a risk of injury and property damage.

## Remedies

Replace

## Manufacturer(s)

Tyco International de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.

## Retailer(s)

SimplexGrinnell from March 2014 through June 2014 for about $4,000.

## Importer(s)

SimplexGrinnell, of Boca Raton, Fla.

## Country of manufacture

Mexico

## Description

The recalled Simplex 4100ES Fire Control Panel is an addressable fire alarm control panel that can support up to 2,500 addressable points, fire alarm and emergency voice communications and peer-to-peer networking operations. The metal cabinets containing the panel are red or white and measure about 22 inches to 56 inches in height, 24 inches in width and 7 inches in depth. The panels have Simplex 4100ES printed on the front of the panel.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Tyco-Fire-Protection-Recalls-Simplex-Fire-Alarm-Control-Panels)
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