Recall 17V748 covers 1,719 2010 Highland Ridge Fw fifth wheels and trailers with clogged Kidde fire extinguishers. Replacement is free.
Highland Ridge Fw is recalling 1,719 2010 Open Range, Residential, Rolling Thunder, Journeyer, and Open Range Roamer trailers and fifth wheels because their Kidde fire extinguishers can clog, need excessive force, or lose the nozzle during use. In a fire, a failed extinguisher increases injury risk, and Highland Ridge Fw dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The recalled equipment is the portable Kidde fire extinguisher installed in 2010 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Residential, Rolling Thunder, Journeyer, and Open Range Roamer trailers and fifth wheels. In normal use, the extinguisher sits ready until someone pulls the pin, aims the nozzle, and presses the handle or push button to discharge fire-suppressing powder onto a small fire.
The defect is inside the extinguisher valve and discharge path. On affected plastic-handle and push-button Pindicator units, the extinguisher can clog or need excessive force before it activates. If the valve does not open correctly, the extinguisher does not discharge as expected. On certain units, the nozzle can also detach from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone and leave the extinguisher inoperable.
There is no warning sign before failure. An extinguisher that looks normal on the wall or inside a storage compartment still needs inspection if the RV's VIN is included in recall 17V748.
Who's affected?
Covers the Open Range, Residential, Rolling Thunder, Journeyer, and Open Range Roamer model lines under the same equipment category.
| 2010 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2010 Open Range Residential | Equipment |
| 2010 Open Range Rolling Thunder | Equipment |
| 2010 Open Range Journeyer | Equipment |
| 2010 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range Roamer | Equipment |
| Units affected | 1,719 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2010 model name does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fire extinguisher that fails during a fire leaves occupants with less protection and increases the risk of injury. There is no known warning sign before a problem. If your extinguisher is included, replace it before relying on it for fire response. Repair is free at any franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Residential, Rolling Thunder, Journeyer, or Open Range Roamer is included in this recall.
- Contact Kidde customer service to request the free replacement extinguisher that fixes the clogging or nozzle-detachment problem.
- Call Highland Ridge Fw customer service at 1-260-768-7771 with questions, and reference recall number 17V748 when you call.
- Replace the recalled Kidde extinguisher before relying on it for fire protection.
- Keep the recall notice with your RV records if Highland Ridge Fw mailed one.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, the repair path is a replacement Kidde fire extinguisher, not a mechanical repair to the trailer. Highland Ridge Fw directs owners to contact Kidde for the free replacement extinguisher. The covered replacement is free of charge. If you already paid out of pocket for a covered Kidde extinguisher replacement before the notice, Highland Ridge Fw's standard reimbursement plan covers documented eligible expenses. Keep your repair paperwork and proof of payment for the reimbursement request.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 21, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 15, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 22, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 22, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 22, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V748?
Recall 17V748 covers 1,719 2010 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Residential, Rolling Thunder, Journeyer, and Open Range Roamer trailers with Kidde fire extinguishers that fail to discharge, require excessive force, or have a nozzle detach. Highland Ridge Fw will provide a free replacement fire extinguisher through Kidde.
What should I do if my 2010 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Residential, Rolling Thunder, Journeyer, or Open Range Roamer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V748. If it is, contact Highland Ridge Fw customer service at 1-260-768-7771 or Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 to request the free replacement fire extinguisher.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. The replacement fire extinguisher is free. Highland Ridge Fw's recall remedy directs owners to contact Kidde for a replacement unit at no charge, and the recall began on January 15, 2018.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the fire extinguisher fails when needed during a fire. NHTSA campaign 17V748 says the extinguisher fails to discharge, requires excessive force, or has a nozzle detach, increasing the risk of injury.
What if I bought this trailer used?
The free replacement still applies if your VIN is included. Used owners often miss mailed notices, so check your VIN, then reference recall 17V748 when contacting Highland Ridge Fw or Kidde for the replacement fire extinguisher.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V748000 |
|---|---|
| Highland Ridge Fw customer service | 1-260-768-7771 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V748 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V748000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →