Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #17E076000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17E076000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers sold through mopar service parts to equip various chrysler vehicles Includes 6,162 affected units, Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelskidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers sold through mopar service parts to equip various chrysler vehicles
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers sold through mopar service parts to equip various chrysler vehicles. 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
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began february 14, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, 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. chrysler's number for this recall is t83.