American Grease Stick Company: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by American Grease Stick Company in 2016. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

March 1, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Brake Fluid Container Labeling Incorrect/FMVSS 116

American Grease Stick Company (AGS) is recalling certain bottles of Carquest DOT5 Silicone Brake Fluid manufactured October 9, 2013, to September 15, 2015. The affected bottles may not clearly show the minimum wet equilibrium reflux boiling point (ERPB) rating, and may not contain the words "Motor Vehicle" on the label where the bottle identifies the contents as DOT Brake Fluid. As such, these bottles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 116, "Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids."

NHTSA ID: 16E016000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

# of Units Affected: 12,638

Consequence Summary:

If a customer were confused by the label, they might use the wrong brake fluid, which could result in decreased braking performance and thereby increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

AGS notified all of the known affected purchasers under the previous campaign of 15V-093. Bottles will be returned and relabeled with the correct label, free of charge. Owners may contact AGS customer service at 1-800-253-0403. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-093.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 31.18

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