Ultrajet Style 1820 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 8, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Akron Brass Company recalls Ultrajet Style 1820

Recall number

17E072000

Brand / firm

Ultrajet

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 296 units

Why it was recalled

If the water pattern changes or the firefighter loses control of the hose, the fire fighting efforts may be hindered, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Akron Brass Company (Akron Brass) is recalling certain Ultrajet Style 1820 fire hose nozzles. These nozzles may fracture at the connection point between the nozzle body and the shutoff body, potentially causing the water flow pattern to change or the firefighter to lose control of the hose.

What to do

Akron Brass will notify owners, instructing them to return the affected nozzles to be retrofitted with a new component and O-rings or replace the old nozzle a new nozzle, free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2017. Owners may contact Akron Brass Company customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or by email at akrontech@idexcorp.com.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.