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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2007-2018 Elite Suites, 2014-2018 Full House, 2003-2018 Mobile Suites, 2010-2018 Mobile Suite Estates, 2006-2012 Select Suite, 2013-2016 Tradition, and 2017 Travel Suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. 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. 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
- DRV 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 DRV customer service at 1-574-457-6472, 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
Certain Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers installed in these recreational vehicles may become clogged, so they 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 leave the extinguisher unusable.
If a fire breaks out and the extinguisher does not work properly, the risk of injury increases. Owners should check the affected extinguisher models listed in the official NHTSA notice.
The replacement extinguisher is free. Contact Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 or visit www.kidde.com and select "Product Safety Recall," or contact DRV customer service at 1-574-457-6472. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle