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Campaign 17V824 Posted December 21, 2017 61,791 units

2004-2018 Dodge Multi-Model Recall 17V824: Extinguisher

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 25, 2026

Recall 17V824 covers 61,791 listed Dodge vehicles with Kidde fire extinguishers that fail during a fire. Kidde replacement is free.

Dodge is recalling 61,791 2004, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 vehicles, including Durango, Grand Caravan, and 2500 models, under recall 17V824 because certain Kidde fire extinguishers can clog, require excessive force, or have a nozzle detach. If the extinguisher fails during a fire, injury risk increases, and a Ram dealer will complete the free repair.

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What's wrong?

The recalled Roadside Emergency Kit includes a Kidde fire extinguisher. Its normal job is simple: when you press the handle or push button, the extinguisher discharges powder through the nozzle so a small fire can be attacked before it grows. The valve and nozzle have to open cleanly and stay attached under pressure.

On affected Dodge vehicles, the extinguisher can clog after a brief partial discharge of powder or air. Once clogged, it will not discharge as expected, or it can take excessive force to activate. In certain extinguisher models, the nozzle can detach from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone and leave the extinguisher unusable.

There is no warning sign before failure. A Dodge owner has no clear way to know the extinguisher is blocked or that the nozzle is at risk of separating until the extinguisher is needed or activated.

Who's affected?

Dodge cars and vans, Ram trucks and vans, Jeep SUVs, and Chrysler minivans are grouped under the same equipment component.

2004 Dodge Durango Equipment
2009 Dodge Challenger Equipment
2012 Dodge Ram 1500 Equipment
2013 Ram 5500 Equipment
2013 Ram 4500 Equipment
Units affected61,791

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.

What's the safety risk?

A fire extinguisher that does not work properly increases the risk of injury if a fire starts. There is no warning sign before use, so confirm whether your VIN is included and follow the recall replacement instructions before relying on the extinguisher in an emergency. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2004, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018 Dodge vehicle is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Ram dealer for help with the free replacement path for the Kidde fire extinguisher.
  3. Call Dodge customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions and reference recall number 17V824 when you call.
  4. Replace the Kidde fire extinguisher through the free remedy if your VIN is included. The extinguisher can clog, fail to discharge, or detach at the nozzle during use.
  5. Bring the recall notice if Dodge mailed one, and keep the replacement documentation with your vehicle records.

What happens at the repair

For this recall, the free remedy is a replacement Kidde fire extinguisher. A Ram service desk can confirm the campaign and point you to the Kidde replacement process, but the source remedy says owners contact Kidde for the replacement rather than having a technician repair the extinguisher. Replace the covered extinguisher, do not try to clear a clog or reuse a unit with a detached nozzle. If you already paid for a related repair or replacement, the reimbursement plan asks customers to send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment to the company for review.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

December 21, 2017 NHTSA published the recall
February 9, 2018 Dealer notification began
February 9, 2018 Dealer notification ended
February 9, 2018 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
February 9, 2018 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
February 14, 2018 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V824?

Recall 17V824 covers 61,791 Dodge vehicles equipped with recalled Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, require excessive force to activate, or have a nozzle detach, increasing injury risk during a fire. Kidde will provide a replacement extinguisher for free.

What should I do if my 2004, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 Dodge vehicle is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V824. If it is, contact Kidde for the free replacement fire extinguisher, or call Dodge customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for recall T82 instructions.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. The replacement fire extinguisher is free under recall 17V824. Dodge instructed owners to contact Kidde for the replacement, and the recall notice lists Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 for owners who need help with the extinguisher exchange.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is that the recalled extinguisher can fail when needed during a fire. It can become clogged, require excessive force to activate, or have the nozzle detach from the valve assembly, increasing the risk of injury and leaving the extinguisher inoperable.

What if I bought this Dodge vehicle used?

The free replacement still follows the vehicle and the recalled extinguisher, not the original owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V824, then use recall T82 when contacting Dodge or Kidde for replacement instructions.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V824000
Dodge customer service1-800-853-1403
NHTSA recall #17V824
NHTSA recall # (full)17V824000

Source documents

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 →