Charcoal Lighter Fluid & Paint Thinner Recalled by Penn Oil
USCharcoal Lighter Fluid & Paint Thinner Recalled by Penn Oil
Recalling Firm: Pittsburgh Penn Oil, Star Light, mr. Bar-B-Q
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedFire & Fire-Related Burn
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedCharcoal Lighter Fluid & Paint Thinner Recalled by Penn Oil NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 1984 Release # 84-003 Charcoal Lighter Fluid And Paint Thinner To Be Recalled By Pittsburgh Penn Oil Company Washington, DC -- Pittsburgh Penn Oil Company of Creighton, Pennsylvania, has consented to a federal court order requiring the company to recall containers of charcoal lighter fluid and paint thinner. A lawsuit filed in October by the U. S. Justice Department on behalf of the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission alleged that the firm was distributing charcoal lighter fluid in containers whose caps Commission tests had indicated were not child-resistant. With the filing of the Consent Decree, the lawsuit was settled without a trial. Under the terms of the Consent Decree, Pittsburgh Penn Oil will provide copies of the court order to all individuals and companies that have held the containers for sale within the past year. The company will recall the containers which were used for paint thinner as well as charcoal lighter fluid. To ensure that its containers are child- resistant in the future, before distributing products requiring special packaging, Pittsburgh Penn will test new packaging designs according to the testing procedure prescribed by the Consumer Product Safety Commission's regulations. The charcoal lighter fluid and paint thinner were marketed in white plastic one-quart containers bearing Pittsburgh Penn Oil's own label. The charcoal light fluid was also marketed in the same containers with "mr. Bar-B-Q" and "Star Light" labels. The products were distributed in New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, and the District of Columbia. Consumers who have these products, if unable to return the products or until they return them, should take extra care to keep them out of the reach of small children. Consumers who have information to report about these products may call the CPSC toll-free Hotline at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedMr. Bar-B-Q lighter fluid; Pittsburgh Penn Oil charcoal lighter fluid; Pittsburgh Penn Oil paint thinner; Star Light lighter fluid
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1984/Charcoal-Lighter-Fluid-And-Paint-Thinner-To-Be-Recalled-By-Pittsburgh-Penn-Oil-Company |
| Title | Charcoal Lighter Fluid & Paint Thinner Recalled by Penn Oil |
| Hazards › Name | Fire & Fire-Related Burn |
| Products › 1 › Name | Mr. Bar-B-Q lighter fluid |
| Products › 1 › Type | Paint & Coating Items |
| Products › 1 › Category I D | 2058 |
| Products › 2 › Name | Pittsburgh Penn Oil charcoal lighter fluid |
| Products › 3 › Name | Pittsburgh Penn Oil paint thinner |
| Products › 3 › Type | Gas/Propane Cans/Cylinders/Tanks/Fuel |
| Products › 3 › Category I D | 1970 |
| Products › 4 › Name | Star Light lighter fluid |
| Recall I D | 4436 |
| Recall Date | 1984-01-11T00:00:00 |
| Description | Charcoal Lighter Fluid & Paint Thinner Recalled by Penn Oil NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 1984 Release # 84-003 Charcoal Lighter Fluid And Paint Thinner To Be Recalled By Pittsburgh Penn Oil Company Washington, DC -- Pittsburgh Penn Oil Company of Creighton, Pennsylvania, has consented to a federal court order requiring the company to recall containers of charcoal lighter fluid and paint thinner. A lawsuit filed in October by the U. S. Justice Department on behalf of the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission alleged that the firm was distributing charcoal lighter fluid in containers whose caps Commission tests had indicated were not child-resistant. With the filing of the Consent Decree, the lawsuit was settled without a trial. Under the terms of the Consent Decree, Pittsburgh Penn Oil will provide copies of the court order to all individuals and companies that have held the containers for sale within the past year. The company will recall the containers which were used for paint thinner as well as charcoal lighter fluid. To ensure that its containers are child- resistant in the future, before distributing products requiring special packaging, Pittsburgh Penn will test new packaging designs according to the testing procedure prescribed by the Consumer Product Safety Commission's regulations. The charcoal lighter fluid and paint thinner were marketed in white plastic one-quart containers bearing Pittsburgh Penn Oil's own label. The charcoal light fluid was also marketed in the same containers with "mr. Bar-B-Q" and "Star Light" labels. The products were distributed in New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, and the District of Columbia. Consumers who have these products, if unable to return the products or until they return them, should take extra care to keep them out of the reach of small children. Consumers who have information to report about these products may call the CPSC toll-free Hotline at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054. |
| Recall Number | 84003 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Pittsburgh Penn Oil |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | Star Light |
| Manufacturers › 3 › Name | mr. Bar-B-Q |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-12-30T00:00:00 |
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 Charcoal Lighter Fluid & Paint Thinner Recalled by Penn Oil?
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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