Kidde is recalling over 450,000 of it’s dual-sensor, photoelectric and ionization, smoke alarms. The recall is due to a yellow cap being left on during the manufacturing process that can cover one of the two smoke sensors and compromise the smoke alarm’s ability to detect smoke, posing a risk of consumers not being alerted to a fire in their home. Units included in the recall are models PI2010 and PI9010. Officials say to visually inspect alarms through the opening on the side for the presence of a yellow cap. And if a yellow cap is present, contact Kidde to receive a free replacement smoke alarm. No reports of incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled alarms were sold at Home Depot and Walmart locally. Visit www.kidde.com and click on “Product Safety Recall” for more information.
