Kidde is recalling approximately 37.8 million fire extinguishers with plastic handles and push-button 'Pindicator' designs because they can become clogged or require excessive force to operate. This recall involves 134 models of plastic-handle extinguishers manufactured between 1973 and 2017, and eight models of push-button extinguishers manufactured between 1995 and 2017. One death was reported in 2014 when emergency responders could not get the extinguishers to work during a car fire, and there have been approximately 391 reports of failed activations or nozzle detachments resulting in 16 injuries. Kidde will provide a free replacement fire extinguisher to affected consumers.
The fire extinguishers can fail to activate during an emergency, and the nozzle may detach with enough force to cause impact injuries. There has been one reported fatality and 16 injuries, such as smoke inhalation and minor burns, linked to these defects.
Consumers should immediately contact Kidde to request a free replacement fire extinguisher and for instructions on returning the recalled unit, as it may not work properly in a fire emergency. Note: This recall includes fire extinguisher models that were previously recalled in March 2009 and February 2015. Kidde branded fire extinguishers included in these previously announced recalls should also be replaced. All affected model numbers are listed in the charts above. Recall information for fire extinguishers used in RVs and motor vehicles can be found on NHTSA's website.
Kidde Recalls Fire Extinguishers with Plastic Handles Due to Failure to Discharge and Nozzle Detachment: One Death Reported
Kidde Recalls Fire Extinguishers with Plastic Handles Due to Failure to Discharge and Nozzle Detachment: One Death Reported
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response