The defect
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
The risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy
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.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by MFR
Vehicles covered
| Model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC72 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC92 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FGB72 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FK61F | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM657 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
Components: EQUIPMENT
Model years in this recall
NHTSA complaints and the number of recall campaigns for each model year this recall covers.
| Model | Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2004 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2005 | 0 | 6 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2006 | 1 | 7 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2007 | 0 | 4 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2008 | 0 | 4 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2009 | 0 | 3 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2010 | 0 | 4 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2011 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2012 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2013 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2014 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2015 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2016 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2017 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2004 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2005 | 2 | 6 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2006 | 0 | 7 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2007 | 0 | 4 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2008 | 0 | 3 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2009 | 0 | 2 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2010 | 0 | 3 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2011 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2012 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2013 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2014 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2015 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2016 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2017 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52 | 2004 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52 | 2005 | 0 | 1 |
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| 18V896000 17 Dec 2018 | Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC |
| 18V882000 12 Dec 2018 | Van Hool N.V. |
| 18V871000 7 Dec 2018 | Keystone RV Company |
| 18V855000 30 Nov 2018 | Winnebago Industries, Inc |
NHTSA recalls (public domain) · all recalls of 2018