CPSC recall · Reported March 12, 2009
Kidde Recalls to Replace Fire Extinguishers Due to Failure to Operate
The pressurized cylinders in the recalled fire extinguishers could lose pressure and fail to operate. In the event of a fire, this failure could put a consumer and property at ris…
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.c. recalled This recall involves the Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers with model numbers FX340SC, FX340H, ….
Kidde Recalls to Replace Fire Extinguishers Due to Failure to Operate was recalled by Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.c. in March 12, 2009. Reason: The pressurized cylinders in the recalled fire extinguishers could lose pressure and fail to operate. In the …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately inspect the pressure gauge. If it points to the red zone, co…. Verify recall #09151 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.c. issued this CPSC recall-The pressurized cylinders in the recalled fire extinguishers could lose pressure and fail to operate. In the ….
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- March 12, 2009
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09151 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves the Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers with model numbers FX340SC, FX340H, FX340GW, XL5MR, FX210R, FX340SC-2, FX210W, XL2.5TCZ-4, E-340-3 and with manufacture dates between October 2007 and April 2008. "Kidde" and the model number can be found on the label on the front of the extinguisher. The manufacture year is on the bottom of the extinguisher. If your extinguisher is one of the listed model numbers and is marked with the year 07 or 08, contact Kidde to determine if you have a recalled extinguisher.
Reason for recall
The pressurized cylinders in the recalled fire extinguishers could lose pressure and fail to operate. In the event of a fire, this failure could put a consumer and property at risk.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately inspect the pressure gauge. If it points to the red zone, contact Kidde to receive a free replacement extinguisher. If the gauge is not in the red zone, but you have questions about an extinguisher within the listed model numbers, please contact Kidde for additional information.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09151 |
| Date reported | March 12, 2009 |
| Date initiated | March 12, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.c. |
| Affected scope | About 167,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately inspect the pressure gauge. If it points to the red zone, contact Kidde to receive a free replacemen…
- Check the recall number (09151) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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