Beware of Banned Motor Oils Dec 4, 2014

The New Jersey Office of Weights and Measures has banned 19 motor oil products after lab testing revealed that their viscosity failed to match what was promised on the label. The 19 banned products carry the brand names “Auto Club Motor Oil,” “Lube State Motor Oil,” “MaxiGuard MG,” “Orbit Motor Oil,” “Black Knight Motor Oil,” “TruStar Motor Oil,” “U.S. Economy Motor Oil,” and “U.S. Spirit Motor Oil.” These products can no longer be legally sold in the state of New Jersey and any retail establishment that continues to sell  them will be subject to a civil penalty of at least $100 per package/container of the banned product. The specific banned product list includes:

  • Auto Club Motor Oil SAE 5W-30
  • Auto Club Motor Oil SAE 10W-30
  • Auto Club Motor Oil SAE 10W-40
  • Auto Club Motor Oil SAE 20W-50
  • Black Knight Motor Oil 5-30
  • Black Knight Motor Oil 10-40
  • LubeState Motor Oil SAE 10W-30
  • MaxiGuard MG 10-30
  • MaxiGuard MG 10-40
  • MaxiGuard MG 20-50
  • Orbit Motor Oil 5-20
  • Orbit Motor Oil 10-40
  • TruStar Motor Oil 10-30
  • U.S. Economy Motor Oil 5-30
  • U.S. Economy Motor Oil 10-40
  • U.S. Economy Motor Oil SAE 10W-40
  • U.S. Spirit Motor Oil SAE 10W-30
  • U.S. Spirit Motor Oil SAE 10W-40

 

We ask all of our loyal customers to be careful when purchasing motor oil for your vehicles. Many times consumers will reach for whatever is the cheapest or most convenient product on the shelf, but it is important to understand that by choosing one of these products, it can be harmful to your vehicle. Stories such as these are extremely frustrating and bothersome. We find it extremely unfortunate and sad that companies will go to these lengths to try and make a quick buck. However, it is important to remember that there are a lot of honest oil manufacturers, distributers, shops, mechanics, etc., that put forth 100% effort to deliver the best possible experience to their customers at all times. We ask that if you ever have any questions regarding certain products that pertain to your vehicle, you do not hesitate to contact us. We will be more than happy to find an answer or a solution for you. We thank you for your patronage and years of support.

Sincerely,

Fastrak Management

***Note*** – Click here for images of the banned products – http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/weights/motoroils/Banned-Motor-Oils-Photos.pdf?utm_source=December+4%2C+2014&utm_campaign=12%2F04%2F2014&utm_medium=email