Recalls / 2006-12-05
Stanley Security Solutions Inc. Announces Recall of Door Handle Locks, Failure Could Lead to Entrapment in an Emergency
07511 · Recalled 2006-12-05 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled units include the 5K Light/Medium Duty Lever Series door handle locks. These sets have a brass or stainless steel finish with the word "BEST" embossed below the key whole on the elongated handle.
Hazards
The locks can fail and the door cannot be unlocked from the inside, posing an entrapment hazard. This failure could lead to the inability to vacate a location in an emergency.
Reported injuries
Stanley Security Solutions has received three reports of the locks failing. No entrapments have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Stanley Security Solutions to schedule an appointment to have the locks replaced free of charge.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Keyed 5K Series Door Handle Locks | About 25,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Stanley Security Solutions Inc.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Locksmiths, hardware, building supply from November 2005 through September 2006 for between $65, $115.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Stanley Security Solutions product support department at (800) 479-9087 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.stanleysecurity.com.
Source: CPSC recall 07511. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.