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Campaign 18V047 Posted January 11, 2018 1,153 units

2004-2017 Mitsubishi Fuso Recall 18V047: Fire Extinguisher

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 25, 2026

Recall 18V047 covers 1,153 2004-2017 Mitsubishi Fuso trucks with Kidde fire extinguishers that fail to discharge. Free Kidde replacement is available.

Mitsubishi Fuso is recalling 1,153 2004-2017 trucks, including FEC52, FGB72, FEC92, and FEC72 models, because Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers can clog, require excessive force, or lose the nozzle. In a fire, a failed extinguisher increases injury risk; Mitsubishi Fuso dealers will replace it free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The recalled equipment is the in-cab Kidde fire extinguisher installed as an option on 2004-2017 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52, FGB72, FEC92, FEC72, FK61F, FM657, FE84D, and FE85D trucks. Its job is simple: when a fire starts, the handle or push button opens the valve so the extinguishing agent discharges through the nozzle.

On affected trucks, the plastic-handle or push-button Pindicator extinguisher can clog, so it does not discharge as expected. The handle or button can also require excessive force, which delays use in a fire. In certain units, the nozzle can separate from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone and leave the extinguisher unusable.

There is no warning sign before failure. The extinguisher can look ready in the cab, but the defect shows up only when someone tries to activate it.

Who's affected?

Spans 8 Mitsubishi Fuso truck models across the 2004-2017 model years, all listed under the same equipment component.

2016 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52 Equipment
2015 Mitsubishi Fuso FGB72 Equipment
2015 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC92 Equipment
2015 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC72 Equipment
2015 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52 Equipment
Units affected1,153
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 498 field incidents to date.

The year, model, and equipment listing narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.

What's the safety risk?

If a fire starts and the extinguisher fails to discharge correctly, occupants face a higher risk of injury. Treat this as a safety item, not a convenience part: confirm your VIN and arrange the free replacement promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi Fuso dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2004-2017 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D, FE85D, FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, FGB72, FK61F, or FM657 truck is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Mitsubishi Fuso customer service at 1-877-711-0707 or Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 to request the free replacement fire extinguisher that fixes the clogged discharge or nozzle-detachment risk.
  3. Reference recall number 18V047 and Mitsubishi Fuso recall MFV00001 when you call.
  4. Remove the recalled Kidde extinguisher from service once the replacement arrives.
  5. Install the replacement extinguisher in the truck before relying on it for fire response.

What happens at the repair

Mitsubishi Fuso's repair path sends owners to Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The covered Kidde plastic handle or push button extinguisher is replaced so the truck has an extinguisher that discharges as intended. Mitsubishi Fuso began owner notification on January 11, 2018, and lists MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707 and Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 for the replacement process. Mitsubishi Fuso lists a general reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid for a related extinguisher replacement, ask customer service how to submit documentation under that plan.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

January 11, 2018 NHTSA published the recall
January 11, 2018 Owner notification mailed
January 15, 2018 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 18V047?

Recall 18V047 covers 1,153 2004-2017 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D, FE85D, FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, FGB72, FK61F, and FM657 trucks equipped with recalled Kidde fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, need excessive force, or have a nozzle detach, increasing injury risk during a fire.

What should I do if my 2004-2017 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D, FE85D, FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, FGB72, FK61F, or FM657 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 18V047. If it is, follow Mitsubishi Fuso's instructions for getting a replacement Kidde fire extinguisher free of charge. Reference recall number 18V047 and Mitsubishi Fuso recall number MFV00001 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the remedy to be provided at no cost. For this recall, Mitsubishi Fuso instructs owners to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher free of charge, and Mitsubishi Fuso customer service is available at 1-877-711-0707.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is that the fire extinguisher fails when needed. If it is clogged, requires excessive force, or the nozzle detaches, the extinguisher does not discharge as expected during a fire. That can increase the risk of injury.

What if I bought my Mitsubishi Fuso truck used?

The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the truck, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific Mitsubishi Fuso truck is included, then use recall number 18V047 when you contact the dealer or customer service.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V047000
Mitsubishi Fuso customer service1-877-711-0707
NHTSA recall #18V047
NHTSA recall # (full)18V047000

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 →