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

U.S. CPSCEntrapmentDec 5, 2006
Recalled Door Handle Lock
Recalled Door Handle Lock

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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.

Incidents & injuries

Stanley Security Solutions has received three reports of the locks failing. No entrapments have been reported.

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.

Sold on

Locksmiths, hardware, and building supply stores nationwide from November 2005 through September 2006 for between $65 and $115.

Contact the company

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 should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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