Winston Products Recalls 5/8-Inch HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses Due to Risk of Impact Hazard and Temporarily Impaired Hearing
USWinston Products Recalls 5/8-Inch HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses Due to Risk of Impact Hazard and Temporarily Impaired Hearing
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe recalled hoses can burst, posing an impact hazard and a risk of temporarily impaired hearing.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves HydroTech 5/8-inch Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses manufactured on or before August 31, 2024. The hoses were sold in lengths of 25, 50, 60, 75, 100 and 200 feet in various colors. Date code markings are located on the end of the hose that attaches to the spigot, visible when the black rubber washer is removed. Hoses with no markings or a marking ending in -211, -212, -213, -214, -221, -222, -223, -224, -231, -232, -233, -234, -241, -242 or -243 are included in this recall. On some hose packages, the manufacture date is listed in the month-year format. For example, 0824 is August 2024 and is included in this recall. Hose Description Hose Color 5/8-inch x 25-foot Blue 5/8-inch x 50-foot Green 5/8-inch x 75-foot Orange 5/8-inch x 100-foot Yellow 5/8-inch x 200-foot Red 5/8-inch x 60-foot, included in "Auto Care" kit with tire glides Gray
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedHydroTech 5/8-inch Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Winston-Products-Recalls-5-8-Inch-HydroTech-Expandable-Burst-Proof-Hoses-Due-to-Risk-of-Impact-Hazard-and-Temporarily-Impaired-Hearing |
| Title | Winston Products Recalls 5/8-Inch HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses Due to Risk of Impact Hazard and Temporarily Impaired Hearing |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled HydroTech 5/8-inch x 25-foot Expandable Burst-Proof Hose |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Date Code Marking Located Under Rubber Washer |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Date of Manufacture Location on Packaging |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-4.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled HydroTech 5/8-inch x 50-foot Expandable Burst-Proof Hose |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-5.jpg |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Recalled HydroTech 5/8-inch x 75-foot Expandable Burst-Proof Hose |
| Images › 6 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-6.jpg |
| Images › 6 › Caption | Recalled HydroTech 5/8-inch x 100-foot Expandable Burst-Proof Hose |
| Images › 7 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-7.jpg |
| Images › 7 › Caption | Recalled HydroTech 5/8-inch x 200-foot Expandable Burst-Proof Hose |
| Images › 8 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HydroTech-8.jpg |
| Images › 8 › Caption | Recalled HydroTech 5/8-inch x 60-foot Expandable Burst-Proof Hose in “Auto Care” Kit with Tire Glides |
| Hazards › Name | The recalled hoses can burst, posing an impact hazard and a risk of temporarily impaired hearing. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received at least 222 reports of the hoses bursting, resulting in at least 29 injuries, including one bone bruise, two sprains and five reports of temporarily impaired hearing from the sound of the hose bursting. |
| Products › Name | HydroTech 5/8-inch Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 3.6 million |
| Recall I D | 10351 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hoses. Consumers that purchased products from Ace Hardware, Do It Best, Home Depot or Walmart should bring their hoses to those stores to return them for a full refund. Consumers who purchased products from other retailers should cut off the regulator-end of their hose and contact Winston Products for a full refund. To receive the refund, consumers should submit photos of the cut hose, showing the date code location with the consumer's initials and the date written in permanent marker on the regulator, to Winston Product's online form at https://hydrotechproducts.com/recall. |
| Importers › Name | Winston Products, of Glenwillow, Ohio |
| Retailers › Name | Ace Hardware, Amazon, Do It Best, Home Depot, Target, Walmart and other stores nationwide and online from January 2021 through April 2025 for between $20 and $136. |
| Recall Date | 2025-07-24T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves HydroTech 5/8-inch Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses manufactured on or before August 31, 2024. The hoses were sold in lengths of 25, 50, 60, 75, 100 and 200 feet in various colors. Date code markings are located on the end of the hose that attaches to the spigot, visible when the black rubber washer is removed. Hoses with no markings or a marking ending in -211, -212, -213, -214, -221, -222, -223, -224, -231, -232, -233, -234, -241, -242 or -243 are included in this recall. On some hose packages, the manufacture date is listed in the month-year format. For example, 0824 is August 2024 and is included in this recall. Hose Description Hose Color 5/8-inch x 25-foot Blue 5/8-inch x 50-foot Green 5/8-inch x 75-foot Orange 5/8-inch x 100-foot Yellow 5/8-inch x 200-foot Red 5/8-inch x 60-foot, included in "Auto Care" kit with tire glides Gray |
| Recall Number | 25394 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Winston Products toll-free at 888-412-2396 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at HydrotechVoluntaryRecall@hydrotechproducts.com, or go to https://hydrotechproducts.com/recall or https://hydrotechproducts.com/ and click on "IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL INFORMATION" at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-07-24T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › 1 › Country | Cambodia |
| Manufacturer Countries › 2 › Country | China |
| Manufacturer Countries › 3 › Country | Vietnam |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Winston Products Recalls 5/8-Inch HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses Due to Risk of Impact Hazard and Temporarily...?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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