EQUIPMENT
Published December 22, 2017 · Recall initiated: December 21, 2017
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.
Recall details
- Brand
- JEEP
- Model
- PATRIOT
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2011 JEEP PATRIOT | 2014 RAM 2500 | 2013 RAM 2500 | 2016 RAM 3500 | 2013 RAM 3500 | 2017 RAM 4500 | 2016 RAM 5500 | 2014 RAM PROMASTER | 2015 RAM 5500 | 2017 RAM 5500 | 2016 RAM 4500 | 2018 RAM 4500 | 2017 RAM 3500 | 2018 RAM 3500 | 2015 RAM 1500 | 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE | 2016 JEEP CHEROKEE | 2014 DODGE JOURNEY | 2015 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 2016 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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