Recall 17V847 covers 783 2003-2018 Showhauler Garage Coach, Toter Coach, and Motorhome RVs for Kidde fire extinguishers that fail to discharge. Free replacement through Kidde.
Showhauler is recalling 783 2003-2018 Garage Coach, Toter Coach, and Motorhome recreational vehicles because Kidde fire extinguishers can clog, fail to discharge, require excessive force, or lose the nozzle. In a fire, an extinguisher that does not work properly increases the risk of injury; Showhauler dealers will complete the free remedy.
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What's wrong?
The fire extinguisher in 2003-2018 Showhauler Garage Coach, Toter Coach, and Motorhome recreational vehicles is supposed to give the owner a fast way to fight a small fire before it spreads. These vehicles were equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button "Pindicator" extinguishers, which store dry chemical agent under pressure and discharge it through the valve and nozzle when the handle or button is activated.
On affected extinguishers, the valve or internal passage can clog, so the extinguisher does not discharge as expected. Some units also require excessive force to activate. In certain models, the nozzle can separate from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone and leave the extinguisher unusable.
Showhauler says no warning sign is known. There is no warning sign before failure, so the extinguisher can look normal until an owner tries to use it.
Who's affected?
Spans Garage Coach, Toter Coach, and Motorhome models across the 2003-2018 model years.
| 2003 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2005 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2004 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2007 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2008 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2013 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2014 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2017 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2018 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2010 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2006 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2007 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2008 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2012 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2013 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2014 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2016 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2015 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2017 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2009 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2011 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2012 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2016 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2009 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2005 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2003 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2004 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2003 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2006 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2007 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2010 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2015 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2011 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2018 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2016 Showhauler Motorhome | Equipment |
| 2010 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2017 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2018 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2015 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2004 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2005 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2008 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2009 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2011 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2012 Showhauler Toter Coach | Equipment |
| 2013 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2014 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| 2006 Showhauler Garage Coach | Equipment |
| Units affected | 783 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a fire, a recalled extinguisher that does not function properly leaves occupants with less protection and increases the risk of injury. There is no known warning sign before that failure, so replace the extinguisher promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Showhauler dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2018 Showhauler Garage Coach, Toter Coach, or Motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 to request the free replacement fire extinguisher for the unit that can clog, require excessive force, or lose its nozzle during use.
- Call Showhauler customer service at 1-574-825-6764 with vehicle-specific questions.
- Reference recall number 17V847 when you contact Kidde or Showhauler.
- Replace the recalled extinguisher before relying on it for fire protection.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, the fix is a replacement fire extinguisher, not a vehicle repair. Showhauler notified owners to contact Kidde for a free replacement extinguisher covered by the recall. If you already paid for a related fire extinguisher replacement, Showhauler has a general reimbursement plan on file. Ask Showhauler customer service how to submit documentation for review under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 29, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 28, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 28, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| February 28, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 2, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V847?
Recall 17V847 covers 783 2003-2018 Showhauler Garage Coach, Toter Coach, and Motorhome recreational vehicles equipped with certain Kidde plastic-handle or push button Pindicator fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, require excessive force, or have a nozzle detach, increasing injury risk during a fire.
What should I do if my 2003-2018 Showhauler Garage Coach, Toter Coach, or Motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V847. If it is, contact Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 for the free replacement fire extinguisher, or call Showhauler customer service if you need help with the recall process.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. Showhauler's remedy directs owners to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my Showhauler before the extinguisher is replaced?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction. The safety issue is the fire extinguisher itself: if a fire starts, the extinguisher can fail to discharge, require excessive force, or become inoperable, increasing the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Showhauler used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Garage Coach, Toter Coach, or Motorhome is included, then reference recall 17V847 when you contact Kidde or Showhauler.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V847000 |
|---|---|
| Showhauler customer service | 1-855-262-3540 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V847 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V847000 |
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 →