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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Isuzu NPR, 2008 NPR HD and NPR-HD Gas, 2011-2018 NPR HD and NRR, 2015-2018 NPR XD, 2012-2018 NQR, 2012-2017 NPR Gas and NPR-HD Gas, 2016-2017 Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 3500 HD, 3500 and 4500 and 2017-2018 Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 4500 HD, 4500 XD, 5500 HD and 5500 XD vehicles, equipped with certain Walter Kidde Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers, models FC10 and FC110. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed 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.
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Isuzu will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2017. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or Walter Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or they may also visit www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" to order replacement fire extinguishers free of charge. Isuzu's number for this recall is V1705. Note: This recall includes fire extinguishers provided as a remedy for previous Isuzu recall 15V778.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The plastic-handle fire extinguisher installed in these trucks, made by Walter Kidde (models FC10 and FC110), can become clogged. A clogged unit may not discharge as expected, or may require excessive force to activate. In some models the nozzle can also detach from the valve assembly with enough force to cause injury and make the extinguisher unusable.
If a fire breaks out and the extinguisher does not work properly, the risk of injury increases. Owners will be notified and should contact Kidde to get a replacement extinguisher free of charge. You can reach Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or Walter Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540, or visit www.kidde.com and click "Product Safety Recall" to order a replacement. Isuzu's recall number is V1705, and the recall is expected to begin in December 2017. This recall also covers extinguishers provided as a remedy for earlier Isuzu recall 15V778. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
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