Carquest Dot5 Silicone Brake Fluid — Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
Published March 1, 2016 · Recall initiated: March 1, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E016000, published March 1, 2016. Recalling firm: American Grease Stick Company; Carquest Dot5 Silicone Brake Fluid — Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid.
What's the hazard
American Grease Stick Company (AGS) is recalling certain bottles of Carquest DOT5 Silicone Brake Fluid manufactured October 9, 2013, to September 15, 2015. The affected bottles may not clearly show the minimum wet equilibrium reflux boiling point (ERPB) rating, and may not contain the words "Motor Vehicle" on the label where the bottle identifies the contents as DOT Brake Fluid. As such, these bottles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 116, "Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids."
What to do
AGS notified all of the known affected purchasers under the previous campaign of 15V-093. Bottles will be returned and relabeled with the correct label, free of charge. Owners may contact AGS customer service at 1-800-253-0403. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-093.
Get an email if CARQUEST has another recall
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- CARQUEST
- Model
- DOT5 SILICONE BRAKE FLUID
- Manufacturer
- American Grease Stick Company
- Lot
- CARQUEST DOT5 SILICONE BRAKE FLUID
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- NHTSACarquest Right Lower Ball Joint — Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball jointMay 10, 2023
- NHTSA2015 Fccc Xcp | 2016 Fccc Xcp | 2014 Fccc Xcp — Steering: hydraulic power assist: power steering fluidMarch 1, 2016
- NHTSA2016 Maserati Ghibli | 2016 Maserati Quattroporte | 2015 Maserati Ghibli | 2015 Maserati Quattroporte | 2014March 1, 2016
- NHTSA2016 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesFebruary 29, 2016
- NHTSA2015 Nissan Leaf | 2013 Nissan Leaf | 2014 Nissan Leaf — Service brakesFebruary 29, 2016
- NHTSACarquest 515073 — Wheels: hubAugust 23, 2010
Questions about this recall
Was Carquest Dot5 Silicone Brake Fluid — Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E016000 on March 1, 2016. Reported hazard: American Grease Stick Company (AGS) is recalling certain bottles of Carquest DOT5 Silicone Brake Fluid manufactured October 9, 2013, to September 15, 2015. The affected bottles may not clearly show the minimum wet equilibrium reflux boiling point (ERPB) rating, and may not contain the words "Motor Vehicle" on the label where the bottle identifies the contents as DOT Brake Fluid. As such, these bottles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 116, "Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids."
What should I do if I have this product?
AGS notified all of the known affected purchasers under the previous campaign of 15V-093. Bottles will be returned and relabeled with the correct label, free of charge. Owners may contact AGS customer service at 1-800-253-0403. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-093.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CARQUEST. Model: DOT5 SILICONE BRAKE FLUID.