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Recalled PRESTONE 50/50 Antifreeze
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Why it was recalled
The antifreeze products contain the substance ethylene glycol which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The products' caps were not rotated enough during manufacturing to engage the child resistant mechanism, posing a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.
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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports
None reported.
The official remedy
Remedy type: repair
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What to do
Consumers should immediately inspect the product and twist the cap to ensure the child resistant mechanism is engaged.
Product and sales details
ManufacturerPrestone Products Corporation, of Rosemont, Ill.
UnitsAbout 687,000
Made inUnited States
Sold atAce Hardware, Advance Auto Parts, AutoZone, O'Reilly Auto Parts, Highline, Home Depot, Lowe's, Pep Boys and Walmart stores nationwide and online
Sales periodJanuary 2020 – May 2020
Price$10 to $22
How to reach the firm
Phone
888-269-0750
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.prestone.com
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