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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 15079

Kidde plastic valve disposable fire extinguishers

Published February 12, 2015 · Recall initiated: February 12, 2015

What's the hazard

A faulty valve component can cause the disposable fire extinguishers not to fully discharge when the lever is repeatedly pressed and released during a fire emergency, posing a risk of injury.

What to do

Consumers should immediately contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher.

Recall details

Brand
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Company Inc., of Mebane, North Carolina
Distributor
Home Depot, Menards, Walmart and other department, home and hardware stores nationwide, and online from August 2013 through November 2014 for between $18 and $65, and about $200 for model XL 5MR.
Country
US
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