Recall 17V754 covers 200 2010 Bison Stratus, Trail Hand, Aluma Sport, and Trail Express trailers with defective Kidde fire extinguishers. Replacement is free.
Bison is recalling 200 2010 Stratus, Aluma Sport, Trail Express, and Trail Hand recreational trailers because certain Kidde fire extinguishers can clog, need excessive force, or lose the nozzle. If the extinguisher fails during a fire, injury risk increases; Bison dealers will replace the affected extinguisher free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2010 Bison Stratus, Trail Hand, Aluma Sport, and Trail Express recreational trailers were equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers. A portable extinguisher is supposed to discharge powder when the handle or button is pressed, giving an owner a first response to a small fire while getting people clear.
On these recalled extinguishers, the valve path can clog, so the extinguisher does not discharge properly. The handle or push button can also require excessive force to activate, especially after a quick press and release. On certain models, the nozzle can detach from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone and leave the extinguisher inoperable.
There is no warning sign before failure. The extinguisher can look ready until the moment it is needed, so the model match and recall status matter more than a visual check alone.
Who's affected?
Covers four Bison trailer lines from the 2010 model year, all under the same equipment component.
| 2010 Bison Stratus | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2010 Bison Trail Hand | Equipment |
| 2010 Bison Aluma Sport | Equipment |
| 2010 Bison Trail Express | Equipment |
| Units affected | 200 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2010 Bison model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a fire, an extinguisher that fails to work properly increases the risk of injury because it leaves occupants without the expected first response. There is no warning sign before failure. Confirm your VIN and replace the recalled extinguisher promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Bison dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Bison Stratus, Trail Hand, Aluma Sport, or Trail Express is included in this recall.
- Contact Bison customer service at 1-574-658-4161 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 to request the free replacement fire extinguisher.
- Reference recall number 17V754 when you call, and ask whether your Kidde plastic-handle or push-button Pindicator extinguisher is covered.
- Replace the extinguisher before relying on it in a fire; a clogged extinguisher or detached nozzle can fail when needed.
- Keep the recall notice with your trailer records after the replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, the repair is a replacement fire extinguisher, not mechanical work on the trailer. Bison directs owners to contact Kidde for a free replacement unit covered by the recall. Once the replacement is arranged, remove the recalled Kidde plastic-handle or push-button Pindicator extinguisher from the trailer and use the replacement unit instead. If you already paid for a related replacement, ask Bison customer service how to submit documentation under its general reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 22, 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 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 22, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V754?
Recall 17V754 covers 200 2010 Bison Stratus, Trail Hand, Aluma Sport, and Trail Express recreational trailers equipped with certain Kidde fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, require excessive force, or have a nozzle detach, increasing injury risk during a fire. The remedy is a free replacement extinguisher.
What should I do if my 2010 Bison Stratus, Trail Hand, Aluma Sport, or Trail Express is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V754. If it is, contact Bison customer service or Kidde for the free replacement fire extinguisher. Keep the recall number handy when you call so the service team can match the remedy to your trailer.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the remedy at no cost, and Bison's remedy directs owners to get a replacement Kidde fire extinguisher free of charge. The covered fix is the replacement extinguisher, not an owner-paid upgrade or unrelated trailer service.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a fire extinguisher that fails when needed. According to recall 17V754, the extinguisher can fail to discharge as expected, require excessive force to activate, or have the nozzle detach. In a fire, that failure increases the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Bison trailer used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recalls follow the trailer and covered equipment, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2010 Bison trailer is included, then contact Bison or Kidde with recall number 17V754 for the replacement extinguisher.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V754000 |
|---|---|
| Bison customer service | 1-574-658-4161 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V754 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V754000 |
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 →