The Penray Companies Inc. · Recalled
CPSC, The Penray Companies Inc. Announce Recall of Starting Fluid
The starting fluid is extremely flammable and the leaking fluid poses a fire hazard. Direct contact with the product also can irritate the consumer's eyes and skin.
- Units
- About 113,000
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $2–$3
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled starting fluid was sold under the Penray, Super-X and Service Pro brand names in 10.1 ounce cans. The recalled cans have a number printed on the dome of the can ranging from 9305 through 9365. For consumers who purchased the starting fluid by the case, the production date is written on the side of the case. The cans are mostly black with white and red writing and black plastic caps.
The file
- Sold at
- Automobile repair and rebuild shops sold the starting fluid nationwide, from November 1999 through August 2000, for $2 to $3.
- Product type
- Automotive Products
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- The Penray Companies Inc., of Wheeling, Ill.
Incident log
Penray has received three reports of cans of the starting fluid leaking. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled starting fluid immediately. Place it in a well-ventilated area away from sparks or flames. Consumers should call Penray for information on how to dispose of these cans, and how to get a refund.
Consumers should call Penray toll-free at (800) 323-6329 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.