Recall 18V197 covers 109 2012-2017 Lazy Daze motorhomes with Kidde fire extinguishers that fail to discharge. Replacement is free through Kidde.
Lazy Daze is recalling 109 2012-2017 motorhomes, including the 27' Mid-Bath (27MB), because certain plastic-handle and push-button fire extinguishers can clog, fail to discharge, or lose the nozzle. If a fire starts, an extinguisher that fails to work increases the risk of injury, and Lazy Daze dealers will replace it free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fire extinguisher in these 2012-2017 Lazy Daze motorhomes is portable safety equipment installed so an owner can respond quickly to a small fire. When it works normally, pressing the handle or push button opens the valve and releases extinguishing agent through the nozzle. The valve, handle, and nozzle all have to work together for the extinguisher to discharge.
On the affected motorhomes, certain Kidde plastic-handle and push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers have valve and nozzle problems. The extinguisher can become clogged, so it does not discharge as expected, or it can take excessive force to activate. On certain 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. The extinguisher can look ready in its bracket, but the problem appears when someone tries to use it during a fire.
Who's affected?
Spans 8 Lazy Daze floor plans across the 2012-2017 model years, all tied to the same equipment component.
| 2014 Lazy Daze 27' Mid-Bath (27MB) | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2013 Lazy Daze 27' Mid-Bath (27MB) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Bath (27RB) | Equipment |
| 2014 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Bath (27RB) | Equipment |
| 2013 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Bath (27RB) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Bath (27RB) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 24' Front DINETTE(24FD) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 24' Front DINETTE(24FD) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 24' Front DINETTE(24FD) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Kitchen (27RK) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Kitchen (27RK) | Equipment |
| 2013 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Kitchen (27RK) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Kitchen (27RK) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 31' Island Bed (31IB) | Equipment |
| 2014 Lazy Daze 31' Island Bed (31IB) | Equipment |
| 2013 Lazy Daze 31' Island Bed (31IB) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 31' Twin Bed (31TB) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 27' Mid-Bath (27MB) | Equipment |
| 2014 Lazy Daze 31' Twin Bed (31TB) | Equipment |
| 2014 Lazy Daze 24' Twin King (24TK) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 31' Twin Bed (31TB) | Equipment |
| 2014 Lazy Daze 24' Front DINETTE(24FD) | Equipment |
| 2013 Lazy Daze 24' Front DINETTE(24FD) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 24' Front Lounge (24FL) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 24' Front Lounge (24FL) | Equipment |
| 2014 Lazy Daze 24' Front Lounge (24FL) | Equipment |
| 2013 Lazy Daze 24' Front Lounge (24FL) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 24' Twin King (24TK) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 24' Twin King (24TK) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 24' Twin King (24TK) | Equipment |
| 2013 Lazy Daze 24' Twin King (24TK) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 27' Mid-Bath (27MB) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 27' Mid-Bath (27MB) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 27' Mid-Bath (27MB) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Bath (27RB) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Bath (27RB) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 24' Front DINETTE(24FD) | Equipment |
| 2016 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Kitchen (27RK) | Equipment |
| 2014 Lazy Daze 27' Rear Kitchen (27RK) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 31' Island Bed (31IB) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 31' Island Bed (31IB) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 24' Twin King (24TK) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 31' Twin Bed (31TB) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 24' Front Lounge (24FL) | Equipment |
| 2015 Lazy Daze 24' Front Lounge (24FL) | Equipment |
| 2013 Lazy Daze 31' Twin Bed (31TB) | Equipment |
| 2017 Lazy Daze 31' Twin Bed (31TB) | Equipment |
| 2012 Lazy Daze 31' Island Bed (31IB) | Equipment |
| Units affected | 109 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and floor plan narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A faulty fire extinguisher leaves you with less protection during a fire and increases the risk of injury. There is no known warning sign before failure, so confirm the extinguisher and replace it before relying on it in an emergency. Repair is free at any franchised Lazy Daze dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2017 Lazy Daze motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact Lazy Daze customer service at 1-909-627-1103 for recall instructions and reference recall number 18V197.
- Contact Kidde at 1-855-271-0773 to request the free replacement fire extinguisher that fixes the clogging or nozzle-detachment risk.
- Have the recall notice and the fire extinguisher model information ready when you call.
- Replace the recalled extinguisher before relying on it for fire protection in the motorhome.
What happens at the repair
Lazy Daze's repair path is a free replacement fire extinguisher through Kidde. A Lazy Daze service contact confirms the affected plastic-handle or push-button extinguisher, then directs you to Kidde for the replacement unit. This is not a motorhome repair; the unsafe extinguisher is replaced so the onboard fire equipment works as intended. Parts are covered under recall 18V197. If you already paid out of pocket for a related replacement before the recall notice, ask Lazy Daze customer service how its reimbursement plan on file handles documented costs.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 18, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| March 23, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
| April 2, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V197?
Recall 18V197 covers 109 2012-2017 Lazy Daze motorhomes equipped with certain Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, need excessive force to activate, or lose the nozzle, which increases injury risk during a fire. Lazy Daze directs owners to get a free replacement extinguisher from Kidde.
What should I do if my 2012-2017 Lazy Daze motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 18V197. If it is, contact Lazy Daze customer service at 1-909-627-1103 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-271-0773 for the free replacement fire extinguisher.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost, and Lazy Daze says the replacement fire extinguisher is free. Follow the recall instructions from Lazy Daze or Kidde so the affected extinguisher is replaced.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the fire extinguisher fails when you need it during a fire. A clogged extinguisher, an extinguisher that needs excessive force, or a detached nozzle can leave you without working fire protection and increase the risk of injury.
What if I bought the Lazy Daze motorhome used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle and affected equipment, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm inclusion in recall 18V197, then contact Lazy Daze or Kidde for the free replacement fire extinguisher.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V197000 |
|---|---|
| Lazy Daze customer service | 1-909-627-1103 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V197 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V197000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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