SUNS SS6291 Solenoid Interlock Switches Recalled
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SUNS International is recalling about 7,000 SS6291 Solenoid Interlock Switches used in residential elevators due to a fall and crushing hazard posing risk of death or serious injury.
What this CPSC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by CPSC on June 16, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
The affected interlock switches can become stuck in a retracted position, allowing the exterior door to remain unlocked, posing a risk of death or serious injury if the elevator is called to another floor.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall involves all SUNS International SS6291 Solenoid Interlock switches used in residential elevators produced from August 20, 2024, through November 6, 2025, with date codes 2431 through 2543. The SUNS SS6291 interlock switch measures approximately 10 inches by 2 inches and weighs about 2 pounds. "SUNS", the model number and date code are printed on a label on the side of the product. About 7,000 units were sold nationwide by SUNS International and authorized residential elevator dealers from September 2024 through November 2025 for about $200.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using their residential elevator containing the SUNS interlock switch immediately and contact SUNS or their elevator installer for free professional installation of a replacement interlock switch. Contact SUNS International toll-free at 978-349-2329 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@suns-usa.com, or online at www.suns-usa.com.
Why This Matters
The hazard poses a risk of death or serious injury from falls or crushing.
Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/SUNS-International-Recalls-Residential-Elevator-Interlock-Switches-Due-to-Fall-and-Crushing-Hazard-Risk-of-Death-or-Serious-Injury (CPSC Recall Number 26531)
Original source: CPSC Official Notice ↗
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