CPSC, Central Sprinkler Company Update Voluntary Recall To Replace O-Ring Fire Sprinklers
Source: CPSC Recall #03133
Recall Date
2003-05-28
Manufacturer
Central Sprinkler Company, an affiliate of Tyco Fire Products LP, of Lansdale, Pa., Star Sprinkler Inc., Gem Sprinkler Company
Units Affected
35 million
Products Involved
Central fire sprinklers with O-ring seals
Hazard
These sprinkler heads can corrode or minerals, salts and other contaminants in water can affect the rubber O-ring seals. These factors could cause the sprinkler heads not to activate in a fire.
Remedy
Central is providing free of charge replacement sprinkler heads and the labor needed to replace the sprinklers. As before, Central will arrange for the installation by using either its own Central Field Service crews or by contracting with professional sprinkler contractors.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
The company is replacing 35 million Central fire sprinklers that have O-ring seals. The program also includes a limited number of O-ring models sold by Gem Sprinkler Company and Star Sprinkler, Inc. totaling about 167,000 sprinkler heads.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28