CPSC recall · Reported November 4, 2004
CPSC, Valvoline Announce Recall of Brake Cleaner and Brake Parts Cleaner
The affected aerosol cans contain a defective spray valve that might stick when depressed, possibly emptying the can's flammable contents.
The Valvoline Company, a Division of Ashland Inc., of Lexington, Ky. recalled The recall involves 13-ounce cans of Pyroil® Non-Chlorinated Brake Parts Cleaner and NAPA….
CPSC, Valvoline Announce Recall of Brake Cleaner and Brake Parts Cleaner was recalled by The Valvoline Company, a Division of Ashland Inc., of Lexington, Ky. in November 4, 2004. Reason: The affected aerosol cans contain a defective spray valve that might stick when depressed, possibly emptying …. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled aerosol cans immediately and contact Valvoline f…. Verify recall #05037 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Valvoline Company, a Division of Ashland Inc., of Lexington, Ky. issued this CPSC recall-The affected aerosol cans contain a defective spray valve that might stick when depressed, possibly emptying ….
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- November 4, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05037 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product 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
Reason for recall
The affected aerosol cans contain a defective spray valve that might stick when depressed, possibly emptying the can's flammable contents.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled aerosol cans immediately and contact Valvoline for a free replacement.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05037 |
| Date reported | November 4, 2004 |
| Date initiated | November 4, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | The Valvoline Company, a Division of Ashland Inc., of Lexington, Ky. |
| Affected scope | 2.8 million cans |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the recalled aerosol cans immediately and contact Valvoline for a free replacement.
- Check the recall number (05037) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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