Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
"Kidde" and the model number can be found on the label on the front of the extinguisher.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Fire extinguishers
- Recall number
- 09-151
- Units
- About 167,000
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Department, home, and hardware stores nationwide from October 2007 through April 2008 for about $35.
- Distributor
- Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.
Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers
CPSC product type: Fire Extinguishers
Recall contact information
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
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.