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29th April 2013

IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL – CASTROL TWO STROKE OILS

The Isle of Man Office of Fair Trading wishes to make the public aware of an important safety recall which relates to Castrol Oils used in two stroke engines.

Castrol Oil - batch number

Castrol is voluntarily recalling one litre bottles of Castrol oil used in two stroke engines due to water contamination. The contamination in some bottles may potentially be sufficient to cause engine seizure.

The affected products and the batch numbers are listed below and were on sale from 3rd September 2012.

The products are mainly used in motorcycles or small scooters, but can also be used in other equipment with two stroke engines.

What you need to do:

If you have used one of the products with a batch number listed below, do not use your equipment and contact Castrol on 0800 046 9260 for advice and information.

If you have not used the product please return it to the retailer for a replacement or refund.

Castrol Oil - batch codes

Office of Fair Trading (OFT)
Address:
Government Buildings
Lord Street
Douglas
Isle of Man
British Isles
Post Code: IM1 1LE
Telephone:01624 686520
Fax:01624 686504
Email Address: iomfairtrading@gov.im