CPSC Recall in 2019: Universal Security Instruments Recalls to Inspect Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2019.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-162

Date: July 10, 2019

Product Name: Battery powered smoke and fire alarms

Recall Description:

This recall involves Universal Security Instruments 10 year battery-operated ionization smoke and fire alarms with model numbers MI3050S and MI3050SB and with date codes between 2015JAN19 through 2016JUL11. The smoke alarms are white in color and 5½  inches in diameter.  “Universal” and “Smoke & Fire Alarm” are printed on the front cover of the alarm. The label on the back of the alarm lists the model number and date code. 

Hazard Description:

The smoke alarms can have a misaligned internal switch causing the alarms to not activate properly, posing a risk of failure to alert consumers to a fire.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 180,000

Incidents:

The company has received 134 reports of failure to properly activate during installation.

Sold At:

Online through specialty wholesalers and others from July 2015 to December 2016 about $20

Manufactured In:

Hong Kong