Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2000-05-16T00:00:00
Product: Aqua Mist windshield washer fluid
Company: Filter Tech Inc., of Huntington, W.V.
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.
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."
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 / 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.
Recall Number: 00109
Product Type: Feeding / Teething Products
Hazard Type: Other Safety Hazard