Drv Suites | NHTSA Recall #17V753000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V753000 by Drv Suites. Affecting 2007-2018 elite suites, 2014-2018 full house, 2003-2018 mobile suites, 2010-2018 mobile suite estates, 2006-2012 select suite, 2013-2016 tradition, and 2017 travel suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers Includes 7,896 affected units, Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2007-2018 elite suites, 2014-2018 full house, 2003-2018 mobile suites, 2010-2018 mobile suite estates, 2006-2012 select suite, 2013-2016 tradition, and 2017 travel suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers

Defect Summary

Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain 2007-2018 elite suites, 2014-2018 full house, 2003-2018 mobile suites, 2010-2018 mobile suite estates, 2006-2012 select suite, 2013-2016 tradition, and 2017 travel suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. these extinguishers 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

Drv 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 drv customer service at 1-574-457-6472, 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V753000
Manufacturer: Drv Suites
Report Received Date: 2017-11-22T00:00:00
Subject: Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 7,896

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain 2007-2018 elite suites, 2014-2018 full house, 2003-2018 mobile suites, 2010-2018 mobile suite estates, 2006-2012 select suite, 2013-2016 tradition, and 2017 travel suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. these extinguishers 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: Drv 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 drv customer service at 1-574-457-6472, 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 1.17

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NHTSA ID: 17V753000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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