CPSC, BRK Announce Recall of First Alert Fire Extinguishers
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.
- Agency
- CPSC
- Recall date
- Sep 27, 2000
- Status
- Active
- Company
- BRK Brands Inc., of Aurora, Ill.
1. What product was recalled?
First Alert fire extinguishers
Quantity: About 600,000
- RECALL-NUMBER
- 00188
2. Is my exact product affected?
Compare every printed identifier. A matching value can indicate that your product is included.
3. What is the 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.
4. What should I do now?
Consumers with recalled fire extinguishers should contact First Alert to receive a coupon for a new extinguisher.. Consumers with recalled fire extinguishers may contact First Alert at (866) 669-2736 anytime or visit the First Alert website at http://www.firstalert.com/more_information/index.htm
5. Where was it sold or distributed?
See the official CPSC notice for retailer and distribution details.
6. Were injuries or illnesses reported?
CPSC and BRK have received five reports from consumers of the fire extinguishers failing to discharge when activated. No injuries have been reported.
7. What remedy is available?
Consumers with recalled fire extinguishers should contact First Alert to receive a coupon for a new extinguisher.. Consumers with recalled fire extinguishers may contact First Alert at (866) 669-2736 anytime or visit the First Alert website at http://www.firstalert.com/more_information/index.htm
8. Is the recall active or closed?
The source status is Active. The Recall Guy's urgency label is urgent, which is a separate deterministic site label.
9. When was the information checked?
Last checked .
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10. Where is the official source?
The Recall Guy normalizes public source data for easier checking. Source agencies remain authoritative. Confirm identifiers and instructions at the official source.