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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, FS65, and Minotour school buses, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers 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
- DTNA will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759.
- 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 school buses from model years 2002 and 2003 are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers that may become clogged. A clogged extinguisher may not discharge as expected, or may require excessive force to operate. 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 contact Daimler Trucks North America at 1-800-547-0712 (recall number FL-759), or Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 or www.kidde.com, to arrange a free replacement extinguisher. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018. Owners can also check their vehicle identification number for open recalls.
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