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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Highland Ridge RV (Highland Ridge) is recalling certain 2010 Open Range, Residential and Rolling Thunder fifth wheels and 2010 Journeyer and Roamer recreational trailers. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that 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. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Highland Ridge will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Highland Ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771, 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.
- 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 fire extinguisher installed in these vehicles may become clogged, so it may not discharge as expected in a fire, or may require excessive force to activate. In certain models, the nozzle can also detach from the valve assembly with enough force to cause injury and make the extinguisher unusable.
If the extinguisher does not work properly during a fire, the risk of injury increases. Owners should contact Kidde to request a free replacement fire extinguisher. Highland Ridge will also notify owners of the recall. You can reach Highland Ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or visit www.kidde.com and click "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Check the full list of affected extinguisher models in the official NHTSA notice, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Highland Ridge FW Open Range | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Highland Ridge FW Open Range Roamer | 2010 |
| Open Range Journeyer | 2010 |
| Open Range Residential | 2010 |
| Open Range Rolling Thunder | 2010 |