CPSC2004-11-04
CPSC, Valvoline Announce Recall of Brake Cleaner and Brake Parts Cleaner
The Valvoline Company, a Division of Ashland Inc., of Lexington, Ky.
Hazard
The affected aerosol cans contain a defective spray valve that might stick when depressed, possibly emptying the can's flammable contents.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled aerosol cans immediately and contact Valvoline for a free replacement.
Sold at
Auto parts retail stores nationwide from March 2004 through September 2004 for about $2.
Affected count
2.8 million cans
Injuries reported
Valvoline has received nine complaints about sticking spray valves. One consumer was injured when the product sprayed into his eye.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Pyroil® Brake Parts Cleaner and NAPA® Brake Cleaner
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Valvoline at (800) 255-3533 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their website at www.valvoline.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Valvoline-Announce-Recall-of-Brake-Cleaner-and-Brake-Parts-CleanerDon't want to check this manually?
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