Showhauler Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V847000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V847000 by Showhauler Trucks, Inc.. Includes 783 affected units, Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Showhauler trucks, inc. (showhauler) is recalling all 2003-2018 garage coach, motorhome, and toter coach recreational vehicles. these motorhomes are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that 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
Showhauler will notify owners to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on february 28, 2018. owners may 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 or owners may call showhauler customer service at 1-574-825-6764.