FREIGHTLINER CORONADO (2017) recall — Equipment
Daimler Trucks North America recalls 2017 Freightliner Coronado trucks with potentially defective fire extinguishers that may not function properly during fires, increasing injury risk. Owners must contact Kidde for a free replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain 2017 Freightliner Coronado trucks with fire extinguishers that may become clogged or detach, potentially failing to work during a fire. This could increase injury risk if the extinguisher doesn't discharge properly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225919-freightliner-coronado-2017-fire-extinguisher-recall-risk-of-injury-in.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225919-freightliner-coronado-2017-fire-extinguisher-recall-risk-of-injury-in · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V810000
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“Freightliner Coronado 2017 Fire Extinguisher Recall: Risk of Injury in Fires.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225919-freightliner-coronado-2017-fire-extinguisher-recall-risk-of-injury-in. Based on NHTSA recall #17V810000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V810000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the fire extinguisher becomes clogged, it may not discharge properly during a fire. In some models, the nozzle can detach from the valve assembly with enough force to cause injury and make the extinguisher inoperable.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Freightliner Coronado trucks with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles face the highest risk during fires.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017 Freightliner Coronado has a Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguisher. The recall covers specific models listed in the official document at https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Kidde for Replacement
Call Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or visit www.kidde.com to request a free replacement fire extinguisher.
Verify Recalled Model
Check your truck's model year and fire extinguisher type against the official list at https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf.
What NHTSA says to do
DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact 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. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759.
Questions people ask
Why is my fire extinguisher being recalled?
The fire extinguisher may become clogged or detach, preventing it from discharging properly during a fire and increasing injury risk.
How do I know if my truck is affected?
Check if your 2017 Freightliner Coronado has a Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguisher. Affected models are listed in the official document at https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf.
What should I do if I have the recalled fire extinguisher?
Contact Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or visit www.kidde.com to get a free replacement fire extinguisher.
Contact Daimler Trucks North America
We’ve drafted a message you can send Daimler Trucks North America to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V810000 — Daimler Trucks North America Daimler Trucks North America Hello, I own a Daimler Trucks North America that is covered by recall 17V810000 from Daimler Trucks North America. The official recall notice states: DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact 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. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V810000 (December 15, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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