RECALL Subject : Brake Fluid Container Labeling Incorrect/FMVSS 116

Report Receipt Date: MAR 01, 2016
NHTSA Campaign Number: 16E016000
Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12,638

Manufacturer: American Grease Stick Company

SUMMARY:
American Grease Stick Company (AGS) is recalling certain bottles of Carquest DOT5 Silicone Brake Fluid manufactured January 1, 2014, 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."

CONSEQUENCE:
If a customer were confused by the label, they might use the wrong brake fluid, which could result in decreased braking performance and thereby increase the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
AGS will notify purchasers and the bottles will be returned and relabeled with the correct label, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact AGS customer service at 1-800-253-0403.

NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.