Honeywell International Recalls Vista Security System Control Panels Due to Failure of Panic Feature
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-04-07 · 09734
Hazards
Security systems programmed with a wireless silent panic feature can fail to operate properly the first time the panic button is pressed on the remote transmitter. If the panic button is pressed only once, this can unexpectedly leave residents without a triggered alarm during an emergency.
Recall
Number
09734
Date
2009-04-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Vista Residential Security System Control Panels
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Ademco de Juarez s.r.l., of Mexico
Retailer(s)
Security and alarm dealers nationwide from October 2007 through January 2009 for about $100.
Distributor(s)
Honeywell International Inc., of Melville, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
Mexico
Description
This recall involves the following models of the "Vista Residential" series control panels: Vista-21iP, Vista-21iPSIA, FA168C-GP, 320P1, and GAV20P. Only panels with certain date codes are subject to the recall. The control panel is the main portion of the security system (not the keypad) typically located in an inconspicuous place in the home such as the basement, garage or closet.