CPSC, Filter Tech Inc. Announce Recall of Windshield Washer Fluid
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-05-16). Hazards: ingestion, chemical. About 335,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00109 |
| Published | 2000-05-16 |
| Last updated | 2000-05-16 |
| Product category | Automotive Products |
| Products | Aqua Mist windshield washer fluid |
| Firm named in the title | Filter Tech Inc. |
| Firms | Filter Tech Inc., of Huntington, W.V. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 335,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00696632000015 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, chemical |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Speedway Superamerica stores and other automotive stores in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia sold the windshield washer fluid, from October 1999 through April 2000, for about $1.50. |
Description
This recall involves 1-gallon bottles of Aqua Mist Windshield Washer Fluid with twist-off caps. The bottle's label reads in part, "Aqua Mist Windshield Washer Fluid Protects to -25° F...Manufactured by Filter Tech, Inc. Huntington, WV." The label's UPC number is "6 96632 00001 5."
Hazard
The bottles, which contain methyl alcohol, are not sealed with child-resistant closures as required by federal law. Methyl alcohol, also known as methanol, is toxic and can cause blindness or death, if ingested.
Remedy
Consumers immediately should return the bottles to the store where purchased for their choice of a full refund, exchange or child-resistant cap.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Filter Tech are not aware of any injuries involving this product. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
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