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CPSC, The Penray Companies Inc. Announce Recall of Starting Fluid

U.S. CPSCFireDamage to sightAug 17, 2000
Recalled Penray, Super-X, and Service Pro cans of starting fluid
Recalled Penray, Super-X, and Service Pro cans of starting fluid

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

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.

Remedy

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.

Incidents & injuries

Penray has received three reports of cans of the starting fluid leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

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.

Sold on

Automobile repair and rebuild shops sold the starting fluid nationwide, from November 1999 through August 2000, for $2 to $3.

Contact the company

Consumers should call Penray toll-free at (800) 323-6329 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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