Component Description
EQUIPMENT
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20030403
End Date Of Manufacturing
20170303
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
1153
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20180111
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
Report Received Date
20180111
Record Creation Date
20180117
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2004-2017 FE84D, FE85D, FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, FGB72, FK61F and FM657 trucks. These trucks are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that 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
Consequence Summary
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Summary
MFTA will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2018. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. MFTA's number for this recall is MFV00001.
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.