Stanley Security Solutions Inc. Announces Recall of Door Handle Locks, Failure Could Lead to Entrapment in an Emergency
Recalled December 5, 2006 · CPSC recall 07511 · Stanley Security Solutions
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Stanley Security Solutions to schedule an appointment to have the locks replaced free of charge.
Units
About 25,000
Incidents / injuries
Stanley Security Solutions has received three reports of the locks failing. No entrapments have been reported.
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.
What to do
Consumers should contact Stanley Security Solutions to schedule an appointment to have the locks replaced free of charge.
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.
Product
Keyed 5K Series Door Handle Locks
Manufacturer(s)
Stanley Security Solutions Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.
Retailers
Locksmiths, hardware, and building supply stores nationwide from November 2005 through September 2006 for between $65 and $115.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →