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MPC322S/MPC122S Alarm Recall Registration Form

If your Universal Security Instruments battery powered alarm has been correctly identified as affected by this recall, please fill out the form below. If you choose to use our photo upload process, be sure to have the product on hand before starting the registration process.

Contact Info

Product Info:

Model Number & Manufacture Date Location:

The model number and manufacture date will be on the back of your alarm. Please enter the model number and date, exactly how they appear on the back of your alarm, into the fields on the form.

date and model number on alarm

Send us a photo of the back of the alarm

Provide an image of the back of your alarm to verify that it is affected. Please follow the steps below.
  1. Write your name, address and contact information on a sheet of paper, and place it next to your alarm.
  2. On a neutral background, place your alarm back side up, so the product label is facing the camera.
  3. Center your alarm in the photo.
  4. Remove all other objects from view.
  5. Take a clear, well-lit picture.
*Max file size 2 MB for each photo (.jpg .gif & .png)
Alarm Replacement:

After you have correctly identified your alarm as affected, and you have submitted your online registration form, Universal will verify your alarm has been correctly identified and then process an order for a replacement alarm(s) to be shipped to you at no charge. You may expect to receive a replacement within 2 weeks. If you have model MPC322S it will be replaced with model MIC3510S with a date code of 2021 September 02 as the replacement unit. If you have model MPC122S, it will be replaced with model MIC1509S with a date code of 2021 September 27.

Disposal Of Recalled Alarms:

After your new alarm is installed, deface your original alarm with the word "RECALLED" on both the front and back of the alarm in permanent marker, send a photo of the defaced unit to USI at safety@universalsecurity.com, and then dispose of the alarm in your household trash.

Recall Date:

March 31, 2022

Units::

About 8,000

Identification:

If you haven't done so already, please follow the steps on our recall summary page to make sure your alarm is affected before you complete the registration form.

Still Need Help?
  • (877) 220-0046
  • safety@universalsecurity.com

Remember To Test

Universal Security encourages everyone to test their alarms weekly, by pressing the test button, and to clean their alarms monthly, to ensure proper operation.

  • MPC122S Identification Guide   |   Download PDF version
  • MPC322S Identification Guide   |   Download PDF version
  • Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Info

  • (877) 220-0046
  • safety@universalsecurity.com
  • 11407-A Cronhill Drive
    Owings Mills, MD. 21117

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MPC122S & MPC322S Recall Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is Universal Security Instruments taking this action?

Universal Security Instruments, Inc., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is recalling photoelectric combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms manufactured in 2017. The alarms can fail to alert consumers to the presence of a hazardous level of carbon monoxide, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning or death. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas.

2. How do you identify recalled units?

The cover of the alarm must say Photoelectric Smoke & Fire + Carbon Monoxide Alarm. If the alarm says Universal Security Instruments, Inc. on the cover it is battery powered. If the alarm says USI Electric on the cover it is an AC/DC model which requires the power to be turned off prior to removing from the bracket. After you turn off your AC power at the circuit breaker or fuse box, the green LED will now be off and then it is ok to remove the alarm from the bracket. If green LED is still on DO NOT remove from bracket. Contact USI immediately with any questions at 1-877-220-0046.

If you have a model with the correct markings on the cover remove the alarm from the mounting bracket by twisting it counter clockwise. The models covered by the recall are models MPC122S with a date code of 2017JUN02 and MPC322S with a date code of 2017JUN09. After checking your alarm, please reinstall and push the test button to make sure your unit is working properly.

3. If I have one of the recalled models?

You can go to our website https://www.universalsecurity.com/reg-form-2022/alert/ and follow the instructions. Or you can call 1-877-220-0046, or email safety@universalsecurity.com.

4. What do I do while waiting for a replacement?

If you have a recalled alarm, reinstall the alarm while waiting for a replacement.

5. What do I do after I receive my replacement?

Once you get the replacement, follow the installation instructions outlined in the product user’s manual. Be sure to test the alarm. Deface your recalled alarm with the word “RECALLED” on both the front and back of the alarm in permanent marker, send a photo of the defaced unit to USI at safety@universalsecurity.com, and then dispose of the recalled alarm in your household trash.

6. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-877-220-0046.