Starcraft Rv | NHTSA Recall #17V747000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V747000 by Starcraft Rv. Affecting 2009-2010 starcraft, centennial, homestead, travel star, travel star exp, travel star sport, autumn ridge and autumn ridge se recreational trailers, 2010 rock star, lexion, emblem and homestead recreational trailers, 2013-2016 comet recreational trailers, 2013-2015 ar-one and launch recreational trailers, 2014-2016 starflyer recreational trailers and 2016 comet hard side recreational trailers Includes 2,879 affected units, Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2009-2010 starcraft, centennial, homestead, travel star, travel star exp, travel star sport, autumn ridge and autumn ridge se recreational trailers, 2010 rock star, lexion, emblem and homestead recreational trailers, 2013-2016 comet recreational trailers, 2013-2015 ar-one and launch recreational trailers, 2014-2016 starflyer recreational trailers and 2016 comet hard side recreational trailers

Defect Summary

Starcraft rv (starcraft) is recalling certain 2009-2010 starcraft, centennial, homestead, travel star, travel star exp, travel star sport, autumn ridge and autumn ridge se recreational trailers, 2010 rock star, lexion, emblem and homestead recreational trailers, 2013-2016 comet recreational trailers, 2013-2015 ar-one and launch recreational trailers, 2014-2016 starflyer recreational trailers and 2016 comet hard side recreational trailers. these trailers 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

Corrective Action

Starcraft will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787, or 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V747000
Manufacturer: Starcraft Rv
Report Received Date: 2017-11-21T00:00:00
Subject: Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 2,879

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Starcraft rv (starcraft) is recalling certain 2009-2010 starcraft, centennial, homestead, travel star, travel star exp, travel star sport, autumn ridge and autumn ridge se recreational trailers, 2010 rock star, lexion, emblem and homestead recreational trailers, 2013-2016 comet recreational trailers, 2013-2015 ar-one and launch recreational trailers, 2014-2016 starflyer recreational trailers and 2016 comet hard side recreational trailers. these trailers 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
Consequence Summary: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Starcraft will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787, or 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 11.22

Metadata

SID: row-pgyn~f26c~qu6x
NHTSA ID: 17V747000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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