Kidde Recalls to Replace Fire Extinguishers Due to Failure to Operate
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-03-12). Hazards: fire. Models: FX340SC, FX340H, FX340GW, XL5MR, FX210R, FX340SC-2…. About 167,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09151 |
| Published | 2009-03-12 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Fire Extinguishers |
| Products | Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers |
| Firm named in the title | Kidde |
| Firms | Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 167,000 |
| Model numbers | FX340SC, FX340H, FX340GW, XL5MR, FX210R, FX340SC-2, FX210W, XL2.5TCZ-4, E-340-3 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect |
| Trade facets | building products |
| Sold | Department, home, and hardware stores nationwide from October 2007 through April 2008 for about $35. |
Description
This recall involves the Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers with model numbers FX340SC, FX340H, FX340GW, XL5MR, FX210R, FX340SC-2, FX210W, XL2.5TCZ-4, E-340-3 and with manufacture dates between October 2007 and April 2008. "Kidde" and the model number can be found on the label on the front of the extinguisher. The manufacture year is on the bottom of the extinguisher. If your extinguisher is one of the listed model numbers and is marked with the year 07 or 08, contact Kidde to determine if you have a recalled extinguisher.
Hazard
The pressurized cylinders in the recalled fire extinguishers could lose pressure and fail to operate. In the event of a fire, this failure could put a consumer and property at risk.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately inspect the pressure gauge. If it points to the red zone, contact Kidde to receive a free replacement extinguisher. If the gauge is not in the red zone, but you have questions about an extinguisher within the listed model numbers, please contact Kidde for additional information.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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