Kidde Technologies, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18E101000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E101000 by Kidde Technologies, Inc.. Affecting fire extinguishers, model number 83-133002-500 with part numbers 421220-11 and 421220-12, used in certain fire suppression systems installed in buses and passenger coach vehicles Includes 5,000 affected units, Fire Suppression System May Not Discharge, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsfire extinguishers, model number 83-133002-500 with part numbers 421220-11 and 421220-12, used in certain fire suppression systems installed in buses and passenger coach vehicles
Defect Summary
Kidde technologies, inc. (kidde) is recalling certain fire extinguishers, model number 83-133002-500 with part numbers 421220-11 and 421220-12, used in certain fire suppression systems installed in buses and passenger coach vehicles. the actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.
Corrective Action
Kidde will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the systems, and will inspect the fire extinguishers, replacing any affected piston actuators, free of charge. the recall began january 4, 2019. owners may contact kidde customer service at 1-252-237-7004.