NHTSA Campaign 17E068000
EQUIPMENT
Issued by Prevost Cars, Inc. · Reported Nov 20, 2017 · 742 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain Kidde Plastic-Handle and Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers sold as accessory equipment for use in coaches. 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
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-271-0773, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-31.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIDDE | FIRE EXTINGUISHER | 742 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 17E068000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.