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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published November 17, 2017

HOLIDAY RAMBLER AMBASSADOR (2013) recall — Equipment

REV recalls 2013 Holiday Rambler Ambassador motorhomes with Kidde fire extinguishers that may become clogged or detach, increasing injury risk during fires. Owners must contact REV or Kidde for a free replacement.

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What happened, in plain English

REV is recalling 2013 Holiday Rambler Ambassador motorhomes with specific Kidde fire extinguishers that may become clogged or detach during a fire. This could increase injury risk if the extinguisher fails to function properly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1250813-holiday-rambler-ambassador-2013-fire-extinguisher-recall-risk-of-injury.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1250813-holiday-rambler-ambassador-2013-fire-extinguisher-recall-risk-of-injury · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V734000

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“Holiday Rambler Ambassador 2013 Fire Extinguisher Recall: Risk of Injury in Fires.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1250813-holiday-rambler-ambassador-2013-fire-extinguisher-recall-risk-of-injury. Based on NHTSA recall #17V734000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V734000).

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 with enough force to cause injury and render the extinguisher inoperable.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2013 Holiday Rambler Ambassador motorhomes with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers are affected. Those using the extinguishers in high-risk fire scenarios face the highest injury risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your 2013 Holiday Rambler Ambassador has a Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguisher. The recall covers specific models from 2009-2014.

  • Brand
    REV
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact REV for Replacement

    Call REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417 or visit their website to request a free replacement fire extinguisher.

  2. Contact Kidde for Replacement

    Call Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or visit www.kidde.com for a free replacement fire extinguisher.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

REV will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 18, 2018. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417, or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

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Questions people ask

What models are affected by this recall?

2013 Holiday Rambler Ambassador motorhomes with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers.

How can I get a free replacement fire extinguisher?

Contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 for a free replacement fire extinguisher.

When does the recall start?

The recall begins January 18, 2018.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send REV to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 17V734000 — REV REV

Hello,

I own a REV that is covered by recall 17V734000 from REV.

The official recall notice states: REV will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin January 18, 2018.  Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417, or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

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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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 #17V734000 (November 17, 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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