Official recall notice
CPSC, BRK Announce Recall of First Alert Fire Extinguishers
- Recall date
- 2000-09-27
- Category
- Consumer Product
- Units affected
- 600,000
Why it was recalled
Hazard
The extinguishers can fail to discharge when the trigger is activated, failing to put out a fire, which puts consumers at risk of fire-related injuries.
Recommended action
What to do
Consumers with recalled fire extinguishers should contact First Alert to receive a coupon for a new extinguisher.
Product description
Only First Alert model FE1A10G with serial numbers beginning with: RH, RK, RL, RP, RT, RU, or RW are included in this recall. The serial number is located on the extinguisher's label, above the model number in a rectangular box. "First Alert" is written on the units' label and pressure gauge. The fire extinguishers are either red or white.
Reported incidents
CPSC and BRK have received five reports from consumers of the fire extinguishers failing to discharge when activated. No injuries have been reported.