EQUIPMENT
Published December 13, 2017 · Recall initiated: December 11, 2017
What's the hazard
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2001 International 4700, 2000-2002 4900, 2001-2003 8100 (TranStar) and 9100I, 2002-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2012-2014 and 2016-2018 DuraStar, 2012 and 2014-2017 ProStar, 2014-2015 TerraStar, and 2018 LT trucks. 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
What to do
Navistar will notify owners, instructing them to notify Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590, or contact 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.
Recall details
- Brand
- INTERNATIONAL
- Model
- DURASTAR
- Manufacturer
- International Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2018 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2001 INTERNATIONAL 9100I | 2000 INTERNATIONAL 4900 | 2001 INTERNATIONAL 4900 | 2001 INTERNATIONAL 4700 | 2005 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2002 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2018 INTERNATIONAL LT | 2003 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2008 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2007 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2017 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR | 2017 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2015 INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR | 2016 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR | 2016 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2015 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR | 2014 INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR | 2014 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2014 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US