Author Topic: Fire extinguisher recall (Read 1326 times)

Diablo · « **on:** November 02, 2017, 03:25:54 PM »

There is a big recall on fire extinguishers dating back as far as 1973. Not real clear to find out if yours is covered. Here is the link.

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Kidde-Recalls-Fire-Extinguishers-with-Plastic%20Handles-Due-to-Failure-to-Discharge-and-Nozzle-Detachment-One-Death-Reported

Fisherdv · « **Reply #1 on:** November 02, 2017, 08:05:11 PM »

I heard something on the news about that

Dhil12 · « **Reply #2 on:** November 02, 2017, 08:53:30 PM »

I heard that on the news too. Thanks. going to check mine next time on the boat

Wiley · « **Reply #3 on:** November 03, 2017, 08:41:26 AM »

Thanks Diablo, I have a new one on the way for the kitchen.

AJFishin · « **Reply #4 on:** November 03, 2017, 09:32:52 AM »

Thanks Diablo!
I went out this morning and checked mine and sure enough I have one.
But I'm glad I have 2 onboard and my main one is a rechargeable fire extinguisher that I get certified.

Old No7 · « **Reply #5 on:** November 03, 2017, 10:09:08 AM »

2 out of 3 of mine were affected............

Here's the better links I sent to my family:

All this is easily done online from this Kidde web page:
https://inmarmarketaction.com/kidde/Kidde284US/

And here’s a better link to an ID Guide for plastic handle models:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/inmar-adx-files/N130284/US_Plastic+Handle+Product+ID+Guide.pdf

Check 'em -- before you need 'em and wreck 'em!

Old No7

ATGEP · « **Reply #6 on:** November 03, 2017, 11:19:58 AM »

Thanks!. I also need to check my house extinguishers

StreamFixer · « **Reply #7 on:** November 03, 2017, 12:02:38 PM »

WOW!! What an eye opener for me. I have a recalled model, but not the right year... I bought my first Arima in 2009 but my extinguisher, which I bought at the same time, has a date label from 2002...

I can still feel the powder move when I shake it so I guess still good and not among those units recalled... Strange that it would be 7 years old when I bought it???

StreamFixer

gar143 · « **Reply #8 on:** November 03, 2017, 02:14:16 PM »

All 3 on the list. Submitted recall claim for each.
Thanks for posting this!!

troll4fish · « **Reply #9 on:** November 03, 2017, 03:30:29 PM »

Thanks Old no7 for posting those links, both of mine were on the list so I registered them and received a reply that I will be sent 2 new ones in 15-20 days! It is good to see that they are standing behind them and replacing them. I am sure this is going to cost them many million's of $$$$$

Diablo · « **Reply #10 on:** November 03, 2017, 03:47:51 PM »

Quote from: StreamFixer on November 03, 2017, 12:02:38 PM

WOW!! What an eye opener for me. I have a recalled model, but not the right year... I bought my first Arima in 2009 but my extinguisher, which I bought at the same time, has a date label from 2002...

I can still feel the powder move when I shake it so I guess still good and not among those units recalled... Strange that it would be 7 years old when I bought it???

StreamFixer

Check your date again. It’s not the last five numbers. It’s the fifth to ninth. I didn’t do it right and thought mine was not covered.

“Digits five through nine represent the day and year of manufacture in DDDYY format. Date codes for recalled models manufactured from January 2, 2012 through August 15, 2017 are 00212 through 22717. For units produced before 2007, a date code is not printed on the fire extinguisher.”

That date is only for models H110G many other models are covered. I have one from my shop that I was going to take to the dump. Built in 1974 and it’s covered.

StreamFixer · « **Reply #11 on:** November 03, 2017, 03:51:36 PM »

The whole number is 074012602

I think I will put in a claim and let them figure it out

StreamFix

StreamFixer · « **Reply #12 on:** November 03, 2017, 03:56:02 PM »

Glad I did that... My extinguisher is indeed in the recall..

Thank you for the Nudge Ed..

StreamFixer

Dhil12 · « **Reply #13 on:** November 04, 2017, 11:44:14 AM »

I just checked both of mine and they are both in the recall. Thanks again!

Diablo · « **Reply #14 on:** November 04, 2017, 12:20:09 PM »

Correction. The extinguisher above from 1974 was not covered. Dang that is a nice big one.

Old No7 · « **Reply #15 on:** November 05, 2017, 02:31:22 PM »

Quote from: troll4fish on November 03, 2017, 03:30:29 PM

Thanks Old no7 for posting those links, both of mine were on the list...

Glad to help!

I'm now up to 3 OUT OF 4 of ours here at the house will be replaced!

And to think for all those years, I had "trusted" the Kidde name.............

I just might keep the old ones as "backups" too... But use NEW ones if/when, you know.

Old No7

Sparhawk · « **Reply #16 on:** November 07, 2017, 01:02:56 PM »

I always check my fire extinguishers every year and replace them every 5 years whether they need it or not.

Peddler · « **Reply #17 on:** November 07, 2017, 06:05:10 PM »

Called Kidde today. The guy with whom I spoke didn’t instill a lot of confidence. Perhaps it was his first day on the job. 2 of 3 extinguishers I keep in the boat are involved in the recall.

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HEL EN BACK · « **Reply #18 on:** November 07, 2017, 08:08:29 PM »

Diablo - Big thanks!! I called Kidde today and they were very helpful. And gave me the info to find the date by looking on the bottom of the unit. Turns out this is one of the items that fits the recall standards. They say I should be getting a new unit within 15 or 20 days. Once again, thank you. Oh yeah! They asked where I found out about the recall. Told him about our great site.
Joe

Diablo · « **Reply #19 on:** November 21, 2017, 03:53:43 PM »

I got a replacement for one of three extinguishers today. You get a new extinguisher plus a return shipping label. Use the new box plus the shipping box to send back the old extinguisher. You can even call FedX for pick up. Eazy peazy. I didn’t really think they would want the old extinguishers left in service.
Thanks for the new extinguisher Kiddy.

StreamFixer · « **Reply #20 on:** November 21, 2017, 03:58:54 PM »

The old extinguisher is one less bottle they need to manufacturer -- plus-- the defective units are taken out of circulation thus reducing their legal exposure... Smart move in my opinion.

I have two that will be heading back to kiddee tomorrow.

StreamFixer

Croaker Stroker · « **Reply #21 on:** November 21, 2017, 04:19:51 PM »

Mine is “unaffected”

tsuribaka · « **Reply #22 on:** November 21, 2017, 04:49:13 PM »

If the web page tells you your extinguisher is "unaffected" you might want to call the number to confirm. One we have from 1986 that very clearly has a plastic handle and nozzle came back "unaffected." I called to have them explain how they could be sure this plastic one could be trusted where the others could not. The operator said they've had many times where the web page says an extinguisher is "unaffected" but if the operator puts in the same info it comes back as "affected." Which is what happened in my case.

Croaker Stroker · « **Reply #23 on:** November 21, 2017, 07:06:06 PM »

If I burn up and die, I am never going to buy another Kidde product !

SB Steve · « **Reply #24 on:** February 05, 2018, 06:38:46 PM »

Long time happening, and a thread resurrection... but thanks Diablo!!

My extinguisher was under the recall, and although I filed for a replacement before Xmas, I just got my new one last week. Installed and looking pretty. My 2014 extinguisher is now a 2018...and for FREE!

So any of you guys actually send the old one back?

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Author Topic: Fire extinguisher recall (Read 1326 times)