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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- ShowHauler Trucks, Inc. (ShowHauler) is recalling all 2003-2018 Garage Coach, Motorhome, and Toter Coach recreational vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that 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
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- ShowHauler will notify owners to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact 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 or owners may call ShowHauler customer service at 1-574-825-6764.
- 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
Some fire extinguishers installed in these motorhomes, made by Kidde with plastic handles or push-button "Pindicator" valves, may become clogged. A clogged extinguisher may not discharge as expected, 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 inoperable. If a fire occurs and the extinguisher does not work properly, the risk of injury increases.
Owners should contact Kidde for a free replacement fire extinguisher. Kidde customer service can be reached toll-free at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com (click "Product Safety Recall"). You may also call ShowHauler customer service at 1-574-825-6764. The full list of affected extinguisher models is available in the official recall notice.
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