Residential Elevators StrikeLock Hoistway Door Locking Device

Residential Elevators, Inc., of Crawfordville, Florida has recalled Residential Elevators StrikeLock Hoistway Door Locking Device, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on April 30, 2026. It involves a fall or tip-over hazard.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers Residential Elevators StrikeLock Hoistway Door Locking Device, with approximately About 450 affected. The company behind the recall is Residential Elevators, Inc., of Crawfordville, Florida.

From the official recall notice: “This recall involves the StrikeLock hoistway door locking device, used to secure a residential elevator hoistway landing door. The product is silver in color. The door locking device is installed into the landing door jamb and looks similar to a standard door latch plate.”

Why was Residential Elevators StrikeLock Hoistway Door Locking Device recalled?

According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “The elevator's StrikeLock hoistway door locking device can allow the elevator cab to move with a landing door open, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to fall and injury hazards.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a fall or tip-over hazard.

A fall or tip-over hazard means the product can become unstable and tip, drop, or collapse, which can injure the user or nearby children. These recalls are common for furniture, seating, and baby products. Consumers are advised to stop using the product and follow the provided remedy.

Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: None reported

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought Residential Elevators StrikeLock Hoistway Door Locking Device, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.

The official recall notice states: “Consumers should immediately stop using the residential elevator systems where StrikeLock hoistway door locking devices are installed and contact Residential Elevators or the local elevator dealer that installed their residential elevator system to schedule a free repair of their StrikeLock hoistway door locking devices. Consumers should contact Residential Elevators or the local elevator dealer that installed their…”

About this recall

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