Kidde recall of fire extinguishers with plastic handles

Kidde, in conjunction with Health Canada, has announced a recall to replace certain Kidde fire

extinguishers. 

This replacement program was initiated because certain fire extinguishers can become clogged

or require excessive force to activate, posing a risk of failure to discharge. In addition, the

nozzle can detach with enough force to pose an impact hazard.

This recall involves two styles of Kidde fire extinguishers: plastic handle fire extinguishers and

push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers. Metal handle/valve fire extinguishers are NOT included in this recall. The unaffected models include the Kidde Professional line, Badger branded extinguishers and the recently introduceddisposable metal handle/valve extinguishers.

If you receive consumer inquiries, please immediately direct them to contact Kidde at (855)

233-2882 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST Monday-Friday (excluding holidays), or between 9

a.m. and 3 p.m. during the weekend to determine whether their extinguishers are affected.

They may also visit www.KiddeCanada.com.

If you have any questions, please contact Neal Zipser, Kidde’s community affairs manager, at

Neal.Zipser@KiddeUS.com.

Click here to read the full letter.

Click here for a full list of the recalled fire extinguishers.

Click here for a list of Kidde Q&A.

To read the full announcement on the Health Canada website click here.