The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·17E068000·Announced 2017-11-20

Prevost Recalls Kidde Fire Extinguishers for Coaches Due to Malfunction Risk

Prevost is recalling Kidde fire extinguishers sold for coaches because they may clog or detach, increasing injury risk during a fire.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire extinguisher) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for products with potential for injury but no confirmed incidents.

Plain-English summary

Prevost Cars, Inc. is recalling certain Kidde Plastic-Handle and Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers sold as accessory equipment for use in coaches. The recall involves 742 units. A full list of affected models is available at the NHTSA website.

The recalled extinguishers may become clogged, preventing them from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate. In certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force to cause injury and render the product inoperable. If the extinguisher does not function properly during a fire, it can increase the risk of injury.

Prevost will notify owners and instruct them to contact Kidde for a free replacement fire extinguisher. The recall is expected to begin on January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-271-0773. Prevost's recall number is SR17-31.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Prevost Cars, Inc.
Category
Consumer Product — Fire Extinguisher
Hazard
Affected units
742

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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