Defect Description For Recall
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
Make Of Vehicle
RAM
Model Of Vehicle
4500
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
17V824000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If The Fire Extinguisher Does Not FunCTIon Properly, It Can Increase The Risk Of Injury In The Event Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us Llc)
Start Of Manufacture
20110712
End Of Manufacture
20171114
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
61791
Date Owners Notified
20180214
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)
Date Report Received
20171221
Make Campaign Number
T82