NHTSA Recall # | 134887 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 17V824000 |
MFG Compaign # | T82 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | DART |
Model Year | 2016 |
Component | EQUIPMENT |
Date of notification | 14/02/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 11/03/15 |
End date of manufacturing | 10/10/15 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 21/12/17 |
Report created | 22/12/17 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 61791 |
Defect summary | 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 |
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 | 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 notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |