NHTSA recall 17V-786 (17V786000)
equipment recall reported December 8, 2017 - about 550 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V786000
- Also written as
- 17V-786
- Reported
- December 8, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~550
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC (Midwest) is recalling certain Custom Vans and Camper Van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 RAM Promaster chassis. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that 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
Why it is dangerous
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Midwest will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fire extinguisher with a different brand, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact Kidde customer service for their replacement extinguisher at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-786 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.