WD-40 Company Recalls X-14 Mildew Stain Remover Due to Risk of Skin Irritation
Recall 20160 · Aug 5, 2020 · WD-40 Company
130,000
units affected
130,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 20160
- Date
- Aug 5, 2020
- Company
- WD-40 Company
- Units affected
- 130,000
- Product
- X-14® Mildew Stain Remover
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves includes only the 16 and 32 ounce bottles of X-14 Mildew Stain Remover. The recalled bottles have a lot code between 20052 O and 20127 O, which can be found on the back of the bottle. X-14 Mildew Stain Remover is a bathroom cleaning product used to remove mildew and stains from grout, tile, vinyl, and plastic surfaces. X-14 Mildew Stain Remover is printed on the front of the blue plastic spray bottle. Bottle Size Lot Code on Back of Bottle UPC 16 ounce 20052 O - 20063 O 041737260015 32 ounce 20062 O - 20127 O 041737260763
What can happen
Pressure can build up inside the bottle and cause it to fall over and leak, posing a risk of skin irritation.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled X-14 Mildew Stain Remover and contact WD-40 Company for instructions on how to dispose of the product or return it to receive a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None.
- Sold at
- Amazon.com, Ace Hardware, Publix, Do It Best Hardware, and other retail stores (not sold in California stores) from March 2020 through July 2020 for between $4 and $5.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled x-14® mildew stain remover?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled X-14 Mildew Stain Remover and contact WD-40 Company for instructions on how to dispose of the product or return it to receive a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Pressure can build up inside the bottle and cause it to fall over and leak, posing a risk of skin irritation.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.