NHTSA Recall 17V786000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V786000; Date: Dec. 8, 2017
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500; 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500; 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500; 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500; 2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500; 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500; 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500; 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500; 2016 RAM Promaster; 2017 RAM Promaster
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Midwest Automotive Designs, Llc
Affected Units:: 550
Recall Summary:
Midwest automotive designs, LLC (midwest) is recalling certain custom vans and camper van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 Mercedes Benz sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 ram promaster chassis. These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed 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
How to Fix:
Midwest will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fire extinguisher with a different brand, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2018. Owners may contact kidde customer service for their replacement extinguisher at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www. Kidde. Com and click on "product safety recall" for more information.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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