Kidde Enhances Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection with Advanced Low-Level Alarms

MEBANE, N.C. — May 5, 2026 — Today, Kidde, North America’s #1 fire safety brand¹, is introducing a new line of its most advanced carbon monoxide (CO) alarms to help protect against the invisible, deadly threat. The devices come equipped with enhanced safety features – including low-level detection^*– offering clear, easy-to-read alerts to support everyday living at home or away.

Carbon monoxide is known as the “silent killer” because it is impossible to see, smell, or taste – making it easy to assume you’re safe when danger may already be present. Enhanced and low-level detection isn’t just a precaution; it helps save lives. Recent data shows a staggering 85.7% increase in CO poisoning deaths between 2012 and 2022², yet 36% of U.S. adults lack any means of detecting CO leaks in their homes³, and more than half of households are currently at risk due to missing or non-functioning alarms⁴.

This new product line empowers users with advanced sensitivity and peace of mind, featuring select devices that can alert families to low level concentrations of carbon monoxide. Low-level detection is especially important for more vulnerable populations like the elderly, children and pets. Designed for both at home and on the go, the collection also includes travel-ready, battery-powered detectors that provide an essential layer of safety during trips. By combining rapid detection with reliable, long-lasting power, these devices ensure users can act sooner and stay informed around the clock.

“Our latest innovation bridges the gap between smart technology and everyday life, ensuring safety is constant and follows you from your home to your travels," said Isis Wu, President of Global Residential Fire & Safety at Kidde. "We’ve also engineered these solutions to solve common pain points – like the dreaded 2:00 AM low-battery chirp – because we believe reliability is the foundation of trust. In the world of fire safety, your devices ‘probably’ working and ‘probably’ being up to date is not a plan. Peace of mind can only come from being prepared.”

Product innovation highlights include:

• Low-Level Detection: Select devices are equipped with low-level carbon monoxide detection, allowing you to take early action in the presence of CO before levels become dangerous. This is especially important for vulnerable communities, like pets, babies, the elderly, and those with medical conditions, as they may be more sensitive to lower levels of CO than healthy adults.
• No Low Battery Chirps at Night: You won’t be disturbed by alerts that aren’t critical during the night hours. By detecting the ambient light in the room, select devices will automatically silence non-emergency alerts, such as low battery chirps, preventing nighttime disturbances – because no one wants to hear the dreaded 2AM chirp.
• Power Surge Protection: Plug-in CO alarms are protected against power surges and voltage fluctuations, providing reliable device operation despite any power interruptions, which are becoming more common in the US⁵.
• Sleek Design: Designed with a modern aesthetic, these devices blend seamlessly into your home. Select models feature a 90° rotating plug, ensuring installation in almost any outlet.
• Smart Connectivity: Select, WiFi connected alarms send alerts directly to your smart phone, so you can have peace of mind and stay informed no matter where you are.

The need for carbon monoxide detectors doesn’t end at home. With the busy summer travel season fast approaching, Kidde is reigniting its Destination Safety program, which is an education-first initiative designed to empower travelers to take control of their safety. Kidde’s new line of carbon monoxide alarms includes battery-powered devices that can provide detection and the same peace of mind one can expect at home in almost any travel accommodation⁶. Kidde also encourages travelers to access the Travel Safety Checklist, which includes important tips for practicing CO safety while traveling.

Learn more about Kidde’s new devices at Kidde.com, which are now available at retailers nationwide.