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Recall
The CPSC website shows boaters how to easily identify recalled Kidde fire extinguishers. (Photo credit CPSC)
More than 40 million Kidde fire extinguishers equipped with plstic handles, some on the market for more than 40 years, have been recalled. According to the American Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). "The fire exthinguishers can become clogged or require excessive force to discharge and can fail to activate during a fire emergency. In addition, the nozzle can detach with enough force to pose an impact hazard." The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safely and Clean water is urging recreational boat owners to check their boats for the recalled extinguishers and get a free metal-handled replacement by going to the CPSC recall website.
he recall affects both plastic-handle and push-button Pindicator Kidde fire extinguishers, including 134, ABC- or BC-rated rated models manufactured between January 1, 1973, and Angust 15, 2017. The extinguishers are red, white or silver and were sold in the US and Canada through a wide range of retailers from Montfomery Ward to Amazon. The CPSC recall website shows how to easily identify the affected extinguishers.
In the recall, Kidde also acknowedged the free replacement push-button extinguisher being sent to personal watercraft owners is similar in size to the recalled model but may not fit in the same location as the old fire extinguisher. "This may require a slightly different mounting orientation or location," said BoatUS Foundation Assistant Director of Boating Safety Ted Sensenbrenner.
CPSC says there have been approximately 391 reports of failed or limited activation or nozzle detachment, including one fatality: approximately 16 injuries, including smoke inhalation and minor burns: and approximately 91 reports of property damage.
Kidde may also be contacted toll-free at (855) 271-0773 from 8:30am to 5:00pm ET Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm, ET Saturday and Sunday. The company offers additional recall information online at kidde.com by selecting "Product Safety Recall."
