Product Recall Reference FADS

FOLO-UP Product Recall: FADS Bull and Cygnus Fire Alarm Detection System

Affected products are wireless FADS manufactured by Bull Products and Cygnus Group, incorporating network control units (NCUs) which manage communication between the devices in the system and the Control and indicating equipment (CIE). The issue is confined to a single batch of NCUs with serial numbers ranging from XAB.2410.01.0001/17518/06.00 to XAB.2410.01.0528/17518/06.00.

Recorded risk Not provided Source updated 14 August 2026

Why this product was flagged

Recorded hazard

A manufacturing defect in the network control unit (NCU) may cause a loss of communication between devices within the fire alarm system and the control and indicating equipment (CIE).

What the notice records

Corrective action

Affected products have been withdrawn from the market. All remaining stock from the affected batch has been quarantined. Bull Products and Cygnus Group have commenced a phased replacement programme to replace all affected NCUs, including units that have not exhibited failures. Affected customers who have purchased this product have been contacted by Bull Products and Cygnus Group with further information.

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Product details

Product
Bull and Cygnus Fire Alarm Detection System
Brand
‘Bull’ and ‘Cygnus’
Models
Not provided
Product type
Home Safety/Fire Prevention – Public Fire Alarms
Seller or shop
Unknown
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Measure
Recall of the product from end users
Notified by
Local Authority Trading Standards

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