Recall 18V267 covers 6,154 2009-2018 GMC Savana, Sierra 1500, Express, Sierra 2500, Silverado 3500, Topkick, Sierra 3500, Silverado 2500, and F Series vehicles with Kidde extinguishers. Replacement is free.
GMC is recalling 6,154 2009-2018 Savana, Sierra 1500, Express, and other covered work vehicles under recall 18V267 because certain plastic-handle and push-button fire extinguishers can clog or require excessive force to activate. In a fire, a failed extinguisher increases the risk of injury, and GMC dealers will complete the free remedy.
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What's wrong?
In the affected 2009-2018 vehicles in this GMC recall, the recalled item is the onboard Kidde fire extinguisher. It is supposed to release extinguishing agent when the handle or push button is pressed, so a driver or passenger has a working tool if a fire starts.
The defect is inside certain plastic-handle and Push Button 'Pindicator' extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, which stops it from discharging as expected, or it can require excessive force to activate. In some 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 until someone tries to use it, which is why the repair replaces the plastic handle and valve parts with metal handle and valve parts.
Who's affected?
The list spans vans, pickups, and medium-duty trucks across the 2009-2018 model years. VINs have been searchable since June 11, 2018.
| 2014 GMC Savana | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2009 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 | Equipment |
| 2011 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2013 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2013 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2014 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 | Equipment |
| 2015 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2017 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2018 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2016 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2014 GMC Sierra 2500 | Equipment |
| 2016 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2018 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | Equipment |
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | Equipment |
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | Equipment |
| 2009 GMC Topkick | Equipment |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 | Equipment |
| 2009 GMC Sierra 2500 | Equipment |
| 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 | Equipment |
| 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 | Equipment |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 | Equipment |
| 2015 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | Equipment |
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | Equipment |
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | Equipment |
| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | Equipment |
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | Equipment |
| 2017 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2012 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2010 GMC Savana | Equipment |
| 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 | Equipment |
| 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 | Equipment |
| 2009 Isuzu F Series | Equipment |
| 2009 GMC Sierra 3500 | Equipment |
| 2010 GMC Sierra 3500 | Equipment |
| 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 | Equipment |
| 2013 GMC Sierra 3500 | Equipment |
| 2014 GMC Sierra 3500 | Equipment |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | Equipment |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 | Equipment |
| 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 | Equipment |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | Equipment |
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | Equipment |
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | Equipment |
| 2010 GMC Sierra 2500 | Equipment |
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| 2010 Chevrolet Express | Equipment |
| Units affected | 6,154 |
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?
If a fire starts, a faulty extinguisher can leave occupants without the intended first response and increase the risk of injury. Do not rely on the recalled extinguisher as the only safety backstop until it is replaced. Confirm your VIN and arrange the replacement promptly. Repair is free at any franchised GMC dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2018 Savana, Sierra 1500, Express, Sierra 2500, Silverado 3500, Topkick, Sierra 3500, Silverado 2500, or F Series is included in this recall.
- Contact GMC customer service or a franchised GMC dealer for instructions on getting the free Kidde replacement fire extinguisher.
- Reference recall number 18V267 when you call, and use GM recall number 18146 if the service desk asks for it.
- Remove the affected fire extinguisher from emergency-use planning until the replacement arrives, because a clogged unit, hard-to-activate handle, or detached nozzle can keep it from working in a fire.
- Keep the recall notice with your vehicle records after GM has mailed one.
What happens at the repair
For recall 18V267, the repair path is not a shop repair. GMC directs owners to contact Kidde for a free replacement fire extinguisher. A GMC service desk can help confirm the recall number and point you to Kidde, but the replacement unit comes through Kidde. The recalled extinguisher is replaced because it can clog, require excessive force, or lose the nozzle. If you already paid for a related extinguisher replacement, GM refers customers to Kidde for applicable reimbursement. Keep your purchase paperwork and ask Kidde what documentation is needed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 26, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 26, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| April 26, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 11, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 11, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 11, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V267?
Recall 18V267 covers 6,154 2009-2018 GMC vehicles equipped with certain plastic-handle or push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, fail to discharge as expected, require excessive force, or have a nozzle detach. GMC's remedy directs owners to contact Kidde for a free replacement extinguisher.
What should I do if my 2009-2018 GMC Savana, Sierra 1500, Express, Sierra 2500, Silverado 3500, Topkick, Sierra 3500, Silverado 2500, or F Series is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V267. If it is, follow GMC's recall instructions and contact Kidde for the replacement fire extinguisher. Have recall number 18V267 and GMC recall number 18146 ready when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. For recall 18V267, GMC's remedy directs owners to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 18V267?
The safety risk is that the fire extinguisher fails when needed during a fire. If it does not discharge properly, requires excessive force, or the nozzle detaches, the extinguisher is unusable and the risk of injury increases.
What if I bought the vehicle used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your vehicle is included in recall 18V267, then use GMC's recall number 18146 when contacting the service desk or Kidde.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V267000 |
|---|---|
| GMC customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V267 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V267000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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