Safety Recall NHTSA · 17E070000 Reported November 21, 2017

Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable

Mack Trucks, Inc. · N/A · 37,367 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17E070000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
37,367
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
November 21, 2017
Completion Rate
0.00

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain models of kidde plastic-handle fire extinguishers sold as accessory equipment for use in mack trucks. these extinguishers 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 full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Safety Consequence

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

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin january 19, 2018. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-610-709-2131 or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 17E070000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17E070000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17E070000?

NHTSA recall 17E070000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on November 21, 2017. It addresses: Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable. The recall affects approximately 37,367 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17E070000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.