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Kidde Equipment recall

Recalled November 7, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18E101000 · Kidde

Hazard
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy
Kidde will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the systems, and will inspect the fire extinguishers, replacing any affected piston actuators, free of charge. The recall began January 4, 2019. Owners may contact Kidde customer service at 1-252-237-7004.
Units
5,000 units

Description

Kidde Technologies, Inc. (Kidde) is recalling certain Fire Extinguishers, model number 83-133002-500 with part numbers 421220-11 and 421220-12, used in certain fire suppression systems installed in buses and passenger coach vehicles. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.

What to do

Kidde will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the systems, and will inspect the fire extinguishers, replacing any affected piston actuators, free of charge. The recall began January 4, 2019. Owners may contact Kidde customer service at 1-252-237-7004.

Product
Kidde FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Manufacturer(s)
Kidde Technologies, Inc.

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

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