2018 Chrysler Pacifica Recall
Issued December 21, 2017 · Chrysler
In December 2017, Chrysler recalled the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica, a serious vehicles recall reported by the NHTSA. Affected owners are eligible for a repair. Here is what the hazard is and exactly what to do about it.
Compiled by Maya Ellison, RecallCheckr
What this means for you
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force 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
What you should do
- 1 Keep using 2018 Chrysler Pacifica only as advised. See the remedy below.
- 2 Set it aside where it won't be used by mistake.
- 3 Contact Chrysler to arrange your repair. See the official notice below for contact details.
- 4 Keep the product until your remedy is fully processed. You may need it.
Recall details
- Brand
- Chrysler
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall date
- December 21, 2017
- Units affected
- Not reported
- Sold at
- Not listed
- Recall number
- NHTSA-17V824000
- Made in
- Not listed
- Issuing agency
- NHTSA
In context
- Chrysler has 46 recalls in our database, including 3 rated Critical.
- We're tracking 1,755 Vehicles recalls in our database.
- This is the 104th Vehicles recall we've logged in 2017.