Isuzu 2011-2017 NPR Vehicles: Fire Extinguisher May Not Work in Fire
Isuzu recalls certain 2011-2017 NPR vehicles with Walter Kidde FC10/FC110 fire extinguishers that may clog or detach, increasing injury risk during fires. Get 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.
What happened, in plain English
Isuzu is recalling certain 2011-2017 NPR trucks and vans that came with specific Walter Kidde fire extinguishers. These extinguishers might not work properly in a fire, potentially causing injury or making it harder to put out the fire. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226059-isuzu-2011-2017-npr-vehicles-fire-extinguisher-may-not-work.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226059-isuzu-2011-2017-npr-vehicles-fire-extinguisher-may-not-work · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V726000
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“Isuzu 2011-2017 NPR Vehicles: Fire Extinguisher May Not Work in Fire.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226059-isuzu-2011-2017-npr-vehicles-fire-extinguisher-may-not-work. Based on NHTSA recall #17V726000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V726000).
Why it’s dangerous
The fire extinguishers can become clogged, preventing them from discharging properly or requiring excessive force to activate. In some models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force to cause injury and make the extinguisher inoperable.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2011-2017 Isuzu NPR, NPR HD, NRR, and other truck models with Walter Kidde FC10 or FC110 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 vehicle is listed in the recall: 2011-2017 Isuzu NPR, NPR HD, NRR, and other truck models with Walter Kidde FC10 or FC110 fire extinguishers. The recall covers vehicles sold from 2011 to 2018.
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What to do — step by step
Get Replacement Fire Extinguisher
Contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or Walter Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 to order a free replacement fire extinguisher.
What NHTSA says to do
Isuzu will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2017. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or Walter Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or they may also visit www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" to order replacement fire extinguishers free of charge. Isuzu's number for this recall is V1705. Note: This recall includes fire extinguishers provided as a remedy for previous Isuzu recall 15V778.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall expected to begin (expected, per the notice)
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using my fire extinguisher immediately?
No, the recall does not require immediate stop use. The fire extinguisher can still be used but may not function properly in a fire.
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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 #17V726000 (November 14, 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.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.