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NHTSARecalled Nov 22, 2017 · #17V753000

Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2007-2018 Elite Suites, 2014-2018 Full House, 2003-2018 Mobile Suites, 2010-2018 Mobile Suite Estates, 2006-2012 Select Suite, 2013-2016 Tradition, and 2017 Travel Suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or 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 fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
  • Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
  • 2017 Travel Suites recreational
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
DRV Suites
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

DRV will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-574-457-6472, or 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.

View the official CPSC notice