The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·13E044000·Announced 2013-08-16

Continental Recalls ATE Super Blue Racing DOT 4 Brake Fluid

Continental is recalling ATE Super Blue Racing DOT 4 Brake Fluid because its blue color fails federal safety standards, posing a risk of brake failure if mixed with incompatible fluids.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 (brake fluid) where brake failure could lead to a crash, but no injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Continental Aftermarket GmbH is recalling certain units of ATE Super Blue Racing DOT 4 Brake Fluid. This product is intended for use as an aftermarket replacement brake fluid. The recall is due to a defect in the product's color; the affected fluid is blue, whereas federal regulations require brake fluid to be colorless to amber to assist in proper type identification.

The noncompliant color creates a risk that an incompatible fluid may be mixed into a vehicle's braking system. If an incompatible fluid is introduced, it could lead to brake damage or brake failure, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began in August 2013.

Continental will notify distributors and offer to repurchase all units in the possession of distributors, retailers, and consumers. Customers may contact Continental by phone at 1-800-265-1818 or by email at [email protected]. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Continental Aftermarket GmbH
Category
Vehicle — Brake Fluid
Hazard
Affected units
488,144

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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