Western Star · Canada · Crit
Western Star 5700, 4700 +2 more: Accessories
Affects Western Star 5700, 4700, 6900, 4900 · 2014–2015 — about 1K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the handheld Kidde plastic valve disposable fire extinguisher may not function as designed. In certain instances, the extinguisher may fail to fully discharge when the lever is pressed multiple times. In case of fire, failure of the extinguisher to function could result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: A replacement extinguisher will be provided by dealers or Kidde directly.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational