Pyroil® Brake Parts Cleaner and NAPA® Brake Cleaner
Class II - ModerateWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (2.8 million cans)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- The Valvoline Company, a Division of Ashland Inc., of Lexington, Ky.
- Reason for Recall:
- The affected aerosol cans contain a defective spray valve that might stick when depressed, possibly emptying the can's flammable contents.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- 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.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The recall involves 13-ounce cans of Pyroil® Non-Chlorinated Brake Parts Cleaner and NAPA® Non-Chlorinated Brake Cleaner. This product is used by professional mechanics as well as "do-it-yourself" consumers who perform brake repairs on their own vehicles. The recalled cans contain one of the following four digits in their date codes, which are found on the bottom of the cans: Pyroil (Part No. 4003) C014 C024 C184 C194 C304 D024 D034 D214 D224 D264 E104 F074 F084 F094 F104 F234 F244 F284 G134 G144 G194 G294 H034 H194 NAPA (Part No. 4800) C024 C094 C184 C194 C224 C234 C304 C314 D014 D034 D054 E054 E064 E144 E244 E254 F174 F184 G284 H124 H304 H314 I074 I084
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(2.8 million cans)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 05037