CPSC recall 00188
First Alert fire extinguishers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2026-08-24
On 2026-08-24 the CPSC announced a recall of First Alert fire extinguishers by Brk Brands, citing the extinguishers can fail to discharge when the trigger is activated, failing to put out a fire, which puts consumers at risk of fire-related injuries.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00188 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2000-09-27 |
| Published | 2026-08-24 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Brk Brands |
| Distribution | US |
Product
First Alert fire extinguishers | Only First Alert model FE1A10G with serial numbers beginning with: RH, RK, RL, RP, RT, RU, or RW are included in this recall. The serial number is located on the extinguisher's label, above the model number in a rectangular box. "First Alert" is written on the units' label and pressure gauge. The fire extinguishers are either red or white.
Reason
The extinguishers can fail to discharge when the trigger is activated, failing to put out a fire, which puts consumers at risk of fire-related injuries.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2000/CPSC-BRK-Announce-Recall-of-First-Alert-Fire-Extinguishers
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