Recalls / 2009-03-12

Kidde Recalls to Replace Fire Extinguishers Due to Failure to Operate

09151 · Recalled 2009-03-12 · CPSC page

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.

Hazards

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.

Reported injuries

None reported.

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers		About 167,000

Parties

Distributor: Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Department, home, hardware from October 2007 through April 2008 for about $35.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Kidde at (888) 345-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.Kidde.com

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Source: CPSC recall 09151. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.