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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V824000

2004 Dodge Durango | 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2013 Ram 5500 | 2013 Ram 4500 | 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2014 Ram 5500 | 2014 Ram 3500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 4500 | 2014 Ram 4500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 | 2015 Dodge Dart | 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2015 Ram 2500 | 2015 Ram 3500 | 2015 Ram 4500 | 2015 Ram Promaster | 2016 Ram 2500 | 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan — Equipment

Published December 22, 2017 · Recall initiated: December 21, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V824000, published December 22, 2017 and initiated December 21, 2017. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2004 Dodge Durango | 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2013 Ram 5500 | 2013 Ram 4500 | 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2014 Ram 5500 | 2014 Ram 3500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 4500 | 2014 Ram 4500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 | 2015 Dodge Dart | 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2015 Ram 2500 | 2015 Ram 3500 | 2015 Ram 4500 | 2015 Ram Promaster | 2016 Ram 2500 | 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan — Equipment.

What's the hazard

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

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
DODGE
Model
DURANGO
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Lot
2004 DODGE DURANGO | 2009 DODGE CHALLENGER | 2012 DODGE RAM 1500 | 2013 RAM 5500 | 2013 RAM 4500 | 2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN | 2014 RAM 5500 | 2014 RAM 3500 | 2012 DODGE RAM 3500 | 2012 DODGE RAM 4500 | 2014 RAM 4500 | 2012 DODGE RAM 5500 | 2015 DODGE DART | 2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN | 2015 RAM 2500 | 2015 RAM 3500 | 2015 RAM 4500 | 2015 RAM PROMASTER | 2016 RAM 2500 | 2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2004 Dodge Durango | 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2013 Ram 5500 | 2013 Ram 4500 | 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2014 Ram 5500 | 2014 Ram 3500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 4500 | 2014 Ram 4500 | 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 | 2015 Dodge Dart | 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2015 Ram 2500 | 2015 Ram 3500 | 2015 Ram 4500 | 2015 Ram Promaster | 2016 Ram 2500 | 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan — Equipment recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V824000 on December 22, 2017. Reported hazard: 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

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DODGE. Model: DURANGO.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)