NHTSA recall 17V747000

Equipment · Starcraft RV

November 21, 2017report date

2,879units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: These trailers are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a…

Why it matters: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix: Starcraft will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2013 Starcraft Ar-One, 2014 Starcraft Ar-One, 2009 Starcraft Autumn Ridge, 2010 Starcraft Autumn Ridge, 2009 Starcraft Autumn Ridge Se, 2010 Starcraft Autumn Ridge Se, 2009 Starcraft Centennial, 2010 Starcraft Centennial, 2013 Starcraft Comet, 2014 Starcraft Comet, 2010 Starcraft Emblem, 2009 Starcraft Homestead, 2010 Starcraft Homestead, 2013 Starcraft Launch, 2014 Starcraft Launch, 2010 Starcraft Lexion, 2010 Starcraft Rock Star, 2009 Starcraft Starcraft, 2010 Starcraft Starcraft, 2014 Starcraft Starflyer, 2009 Starcraft Travel Star, 2010 Starcraft Travel Star, 2009 Starcraft Travel Star Exp, 2010 Starcraft Travel Star Exp, 2009 Starcraft Travel Star Sport, 2010 Starcraft Travel Star Sport, 2015 Starcraft Rv Tt Ar-One, 2015 Starcraft Rv Tt Comet, 2016 Starcraft Rv Tt Comet, 2016 Starcraft Rv Tt Comet Hard Side, 2015 Starcraft Rv Tt Starflyer, 2016 Starcraft Rv Tt Starflyer, 2015 Starcraft Rv Tt Redundant Launch.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V747000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.