Walter Kidde Portable Equipment – Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable

Walter Kidde Portable Equipment (Kidde) is recalling 134 models of Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers and eight models of 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 models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Report Received Date 10/20/2017
NHTSA ID 17E062000
Consequence Summary If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Corrective Action Kidde will notify the affected vehicle manufacturers that equipped new vehicles with the extinguishers, and those manufacturers will conduct recalls to notify owners of the issue. Kidde will notify the purchasers of any replacement or aftermarket fire extinguishers. Owners will be instructed to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2017. 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.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 2500000
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17E062000)