Prestone® Windshield De-Icer and Prestone® Ice & Frost Shield
Published September 3, 2015
Summary
CPSC records recall 15232, published September 3, 2015. Recalling firm: Prestone Products Corporation, of Lake Forest. Ill.; Reported units: About 4.1 million.
What's the hazard
The trigger spray assembly can be removed from the De-Icer and Frost Shield container. The product contains methanol and ethylene glycol. Children may gain access to the product by removing the trigger assembly, posing a risk of poisoning.
What to do
Always keep all products that contain hazardous chemicals out of reach and sight of children. Consumers should inspect the bottle to see if the trigger assembly can be removed by twisting the neck shroud counter-clockwise. If the trigger assembly can be removed, consumers should contact Prestone to receive a new replacement trigger assembly that, once engaged, cannot be removed.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Prestone Products Corporation, of Lake Forest. Ill.
- Manufacturer
- Prestone Products Corporation, of Lake Forest. Ill.
- Distributor
- AutoZone, Kroger, Meijer, O'Reilly's, Pep Boys and Walmart, online at www.Amazon.com, and other retailers from September 2011 through August 2015 for between $3 and $11.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Prestone® Windshield De-Icer and Prestone® Ice & Frost Shield recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 15232 on September 3, 2015. Reported hazard: The trigger spray assembly can be removed from the De-Icer and Frost Shield container. The product contains methanol and ethylene glycol. Children may gain access to the product by removing the trigger assembly, posing a risk of poisoning.
What should I do if I have this product?
Always keep all products that contain hazardous chemicals out of reach and sight of children. Consumers should inspect the bottle to see if the trigger assembly can be removed by twisting the neck shroud counter-clockwise. If the trigger assembly can be removed, consumers should contact Prestone to receive a new replacement trigger assembly that, once engaged, cannot be removed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Prestone Products Corporation, of Lake Forest. Ill..