WD-40 Recalls X-14 Mildew Stain Remover Due to Skin Irritation Risk
WD-40 Company is recalling specific 16 and 32-ounce bottles of X-14 Mildew Stain Remover because pressure buildup may cause leaks and skin irritation.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (skin irritation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
WD-40 Company is recalling approximately 130,000 units of X-14® Mildew Stain Remover in 16-ounce and 32-ounce blue plastic spray bottles. The recall involves bottles with lot codes between 20052 O and 20127 O, which are located on the back of the bottle. The product is a bathroom cleaning agent used to remove mildew and stains from grout, tile, vinyl, and plastic surfaces.
The recall is due to a risk that pressure can build up inside the bottle, causing it to fall over and leak. This leakage poses a risk of skin irritation to consumers. The source text states that no injuries have been reported.
The recalled products were sold at Amazon.com, Ace Hardware, Publix, Do It Best Hardware, and other retail stores, excluding California stores, from March 2020 through July 2020 for between $4 and $5. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact WD-40 Company for instructions on how to dispose of it or return it for a full refund.
The recalled product
- Product
- X-14® Mildew Stain Remover
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Chemical Company Inc., of Maumee, Ohio
- Affected units
- 130,000
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
UPCs (2)
- 041737260015
- 041737260763
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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