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🔥 Fire risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 17V786📅 Dec 11, 2017

2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 & 2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 + 1 more recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC (Midwest) is recalling certain Custom Vans and Camper Van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 RAM Promaster chassis. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed 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 fix

Midwest will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fire extinguisher with a different brand, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact Kidde customer service for their replacement extinguisher at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
17V786000
Manufacturer
Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC
Vehicles affected
550
Component
EQUIPMENT
Owner phone
1-855-262-3540
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 11, 2017
Built
Mar 1, 2014 – Oct 31, 2017
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 17V786 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 17V786?

2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 & 2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 + 1 more. 550 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-855-262-3540.