NHTSA recall 17V-824 (17V824000)
equipment recall reported December 21, 2017 - about 61,791 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V824000
- Also written as
- 17V-824
- Manufacturer number
- T82
- Reported
- December 21, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~61,791
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. 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
Why it is dangerous
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-824 when calling a dealer.
Affected 23 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.