This notice covers co detector recall advisory. Read the full advisory below for affected models, safety actions, and next steps.
Carbon monoxide detector recalls have been issued by the CPSC multiple times in recent years, and every home with a DCS gas range, oven, or cooktop should verify that its CO detectors are not affected by a recall and are functioning correctly. A recalled or malfunctioning CO detector can fail to alarm during a dangerous carbon monoxide buildup — eliminating your most critical line of defense in the kitchen.
Advisory Notice: This post highlights the importance of checking your CO detector for active recalls. Multiple CO detector brands have been recalled by the CPSC at various times — this is not a single active recall for a specific current product. Search cpsc.gov/Recalls by your detector brand and model to check current status.
Why CO Detectors Are Critical for DCS Gas Appliance Owners
DCS gas ranges, ovens, and cooktops burn natural gas or propane to produce heat. When combustion is complete, the primary byproduct is carbon dioxide — harmless in normal ventilation. However, incomplete combustion caused by blocked burner ports, a faulty ignitor, a cracked heat exchanger, or inadequate kitchen ventilation can produce carbon monoxide (CO) — a colorless, odorless gas that is toxic even in small concentrations. According to the CDC, CO poisoning causes approximately 400 deaths in the U.S. annually.
Signs of a CO Problem Near Your DCS Appliance
Watch for these warning signs that your DCS gas appliance may be producing CO: burner flames that are yellow or orange instead of blue, soot or black marks appearing around burner grates or oven vents, unexplained headaches, dizziness, or nausea when cooking, or a persistent burning smell even when the appliance is off. Any of these symptoms should prompt immediate action.
What To Do — Detector Safety Checklist
- Locate all CO detectors in your home and note the brand, model number, and manufacture date. This information is on the back or side of each detector.
- Search the CPSC recall database at cpsc.gov/Recalls using your detector brand and model number to check for active recalls. If your detector is recalled, follow the manufacturer’s remedy instructions immediately.
- Replace CO detectors older than 7 years. Most CO detectors have a rated service life of 5 to 7 years. Check the manufacture date — if it has passed the recommended lifespan, replace the detector regardless of recall status.
- Test your CO detector monthly by pressing the test button. If the alarm does not sound or sounds weakly, replace the battery first, then replace the entire unit if the problem persists.
- Install CO detectors on every floor of your home and within 10 feet of each sleeping area. In kitchens with gas appliances, place one CO detector at breathing height — not directly above the range, where cooking steam can cause false alarms.
- If your CO detector alarms: do not ignore it. Evacuate immediately, leave the door open, call 911, and do not re-enter until emergency responders confirm the home is safe.
Contact Information
DCS Customer Support:
Fisher & Paykel Support: 866-936-7327
CPSC CO Detector Recall Search: www.cpsc.gov/Recalls
CO Emergency: Call 911 — carbon monoxide poisoning is a medical emergency.
Urgency Level: HIGH. If you have not checked your CO detectors against the CPSC recall database or replaced them in the last 7 years, do so before using your DCS gas appliances again. This is a non-negotiable safety step for any household with gas appliances.