Coca-Cola recalls certain Sprite Zero and Sprite 12 oz. cans that may pop loudly when opened due to a defect in the can's opening mechanism. Affected products include specific UPC codes and production dates.
In a small percentage of the cans, when opened, the oval covering for the hole, which normally is pushed down into the can, instead opens upward. This produces a loud "pop" sound. Recall initiated on 4/29/16.
Coca-Cola is recalling some Sprite Zero and Sprite 12-ounce cans that may pop loudly when opened. This happens because the can's opening cover can sometimes move upward instead of downward, creating a loud noise. The recall started on April 29, 2016.
The can's oval covering for the hole normally moves downward when opened, but in some cases, it moves upward instead. This causes a loud pop sound and could potentially cause minor injury if the can moves suddenly. The hazard is not severe enough to cause serious injury in normal use.
Owners of the recalled Sprite Zero 12 oz. cans in 12-packs with UPC 049000037111, and Sprite 12 oz. cans in 6-packs or 12-packs with specific UPCs and production dates are affected. People who open these cans and hear a loud pop may be at risk of minor injury from the sudden movement.
Check for the following: Sprite Zero 12 oz. cans in 12-packs with UPC 049000037111; Sprite 12 oz. cans in 6-packs or 12-packs with specific UPCs and production dates like AUG1516TRC or JAN0917TRC.
If you hear a loud pop when opening the can, stop using it immediately.
Contact Coca-Cola for instructions on returning the affected cans.
The recall is happening because a small percentage of the cans have a defect where the oval covering for the hole opens upward instead of downward when opened, causing a loud pop sound.
If you have the recalled cans, check for the specific UPC codes and production dates listed in the recall notice and contact Coca-Cola for instructions on returning them.
The hazard is low risk; the pop sound is unlikely to cause serious injury, but it could cause minor injury if the can moves suddenly.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Coca-Cola to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-2642-2016 — Coca-Cola Coca-Cola Hello, I own a Coca-Cola that is covered by recall F-2642-2016 from Coca-Cola. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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