Riverside Rv | NHTSA Recall #18V246000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V246000 by Riverside Rv. Includes 2,000 affected units, Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Riverside rv (riverside) is recalling various 2015-2017 white water, water fall, and mt. Mckinley motorhomes equipped with certain plastic-handle fire extinguishers or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. these extinguishers 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

Riverside will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on april 9, 2018. owners may contact riverside customer service at 1-260-499-4511.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V246000

Manufacturer: Riverside Rv

Report Received Date: 2018-04-18T00:00:00

Subject: Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 2,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Riverside rv (riverside) is recalling various 2015-2017 white water, water fall, and mt. Mckinley motorhomes equipped with certain plastic-handle fire extinguishers or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. these extinguishers 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

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: Riverside will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on april 9, 2018. owners may contact riverside customer service at 1-260-499-4511.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 26.7

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NHTSA ID: 18V246000

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