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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 06144

EVAC-U8™ and EVAC+™ Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods

Published April 20, 2006

Summary

CPSC records recall 06144, published April 20, 2006. Recalling firm: Brookdale International Systems Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Reported units: About 290,000 units.

What's the hazard

The emergency escape smoke hoods could fail to work properly, exposing the user to harmful carbon monoxide, which could seriously compromise their ability to escape the fire threat.

What to do

The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should stop using the smoke hood devices and immediately dispose of the product.

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Recall details

Brand
Brookdale International Systems Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Manufacturer
Brookdale International Systems Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Distributor
Web sites, safety products retailers, catalogs, and travel stores, from September 2000 through March 2006, for about $75 for the "EVAC-U8™" and about $150 for the "EVAC+™."
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was EVAC-U8™ and EVAC+™ Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 06144 on April 20, 2006. Reported hazard: The emergency escape smoke hoods could fail to work properly, exposing the user to harmful carbon monoxide, which could seriously compromise their ability to escape the fire threat.

What should I do if I have this product?

The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should stop using the smoke hood devices and immediately dispose of the product.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Brookdale International Systems Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)