CPSCDecember 5, 2006

Stanley Security Solutions Inc. Announces Recall of

Stanley Security Solutions Inc. Announces Recall of Door Handle Locks, Failure Could Lead to Entrapment in an Emergency

Why was Stanley Security Solutions Inc. Announces Recall of recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Keyed 5K Series Door Handle Locks
Company
Stanley Security Solutions Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.
Quantity
About 25,000
Sold at
Locksmiths, hardware, and building supply stores nationwide from November 2005 through September 2006 for between $65 and $115.
Recall date
December 5, 2006
Incidents / injuries
Stanley Security Solutions has received three reports of the locks failing. No entrapments have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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