Highland Ridge Rv | NHTSA Recall #17V748000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V748000 by Highland Ridge Rv. Affecting 2010 open range, residential and rolling thunder fifth wheels and 2010 journeyer and roamer recreational trailers Includes 1,719 affected units, Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2010 open range, residential and rolling thunder fifth wheels and 2010 journeyer and roamer recreational trailers
Defect Summary
Highland ridge rv (highland ridge) is recalling certain 2010 open range, residential and rolling thunder fifth wheels and 2010 journeyer and roamer recreational trailers. these vehicles 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
Highland ridge 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 highland ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771, 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.