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Kidde Equipment recall

Recalled December 21, 2017 · NHTSA recall 17E076000 · Kidde

Hazard
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T83.
Units
6,162 units

Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers sold through Mopar service parts to equip various Chrysler vehicles. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T83.

Product
Kidde FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Manufacturer(s)
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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