Kidde recalls 31 models of disposable fire extinguishers with Zytel black plastic valves that may not fully discharge during use, posing injury risk. Consumers should contact Kidde for a replacement.
A faulty valve component can cause the disposable fire extinguishers not to fully discharge when the lever is repeatedly pressed and released during a fire emergency, posing a risk of injury.
Kidde is recalling disposable fire extinguishers with Zytel black plastic valves because a faulty valve may not fully discharge when the lever is pressed during a fire. This could lead to inadequate fire suppression and potential injury.
A faulty valve component can cause the extinguishers to not fully discharge when the lever is repeatedly pressed during a fire emergency. This means the extinguisher might not effectively put out the fire, increasing the risk of injury or property damage.
Owners of Kidde disposable fire extinguishers with Zytel black plastic valves manufactured between July 2013 and October 2014 are affected. Those using these extinguishers in homes or businesses are most at risk.
Check for Zytel black plastic valves on the extinguisher. The model numbers include specific combinations like 10BC 1A, 10BCW 2A, and others listed in the recall notice. The manufacture date code (DDDYY format) ranges from 20413 to 28814 for 2013-2014 models.
Reach out to Kidde directly to arrange for a replacement fire extinguisher.
Consumers should immediately contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher.
No, but you should contact Kidde for a replacement as soon as possible to ensure safe use.
Affected models include 10BC 1A, 10BCW 2A, 5BC, 5BCW, FA10G, FA110, FA5B, FC10, FC110, FC5, FH, RESSP, FX10, FX10BC, FX10K, FX210, FX210R, FX210W, FX340GW, FX340SC, FX5II, KFH Twin M110, Twin M5, Mariner 10, Mariner 110, Mariner 5, Mariner 5 G, RESSP XL, 5MR.
Look for Zytel black plastic valves and check the model numbers listed in the recall notice. The manufacture date code (DDDYY format) ranges from 20413 to 28814 for 2013-2014 models.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kidde to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1914 — Kidde Kidde plastic valve disposable fire extinguishers Hello, I own a Kidde plastic valve disposable fire extinguishers that is covered by recall 1914 from Kidde. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher. 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 CPSC 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.
