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Kirkland Bottles Withdrawn: Explosion Risk
- Costco has issued a warning to its members regarding its Kirkland Signature Sparkling Wine.
- The recall applies to bottles purchased between April and August 2025 in the following states:
- Costco is advising customers who purchased the affected Kirkland Signature Sparkling Wine not to attempt to open the bottles. The company strongly recommends discarding the bottles immediately to...
costco Recalls Kirkland Signature Sparkling Wine Over Cork Ejection Risk
What Happened?
Costco has issued a warning to its members regarding its Kirkland Signature Sparkling Wine. Customers have reported instances of corks unexpectedly ejecting from bottles when attempting to open them. This poses a potential safety hazard due to the risk of flying corks and broken glass.
Affected States
The recall applies to bottles purchased between April and August 2025 in the following states:
- California
- nevada
- Arizona
- New Mexico
- Colorado
- Utah
- Idaho
- Montana
- wyoming
- Oregon
- Washington
What Should Customers Do?
Costco is advising customers who purchased the affected Kirkland Signature Sparkling Wine not to attempt to open the bottles. The company strongly recommends discarding the bottles immediately to avoid the risk of injury from a possibly ejected cork or broken glass.
Costco’s official statement urges customers: “Do not open it. Discard the bottle immediately … to avoid the risk of broken glass.”
Why is this happening?
The exact cause of the cork ejection issue is currently under investigation. Potential factors could include over-pressurization during the bottling process, a defect in the corks themselves, or temperature fluctuations during storage or transport. Costco is working to determine the root cause to prevent future occurrences.
Understanding the Risks
Unexpected cork ejection can be perilous. A flying cork can cause serious eye injuries, facial lacerations, or othre bodily harm. Broken glass from a shattered bottle also presents a significant hazard.
Costco’s Response and Customer Support
Costco is taking the issue seriously and has issued the warning to protect its members.Customers who have purchased the affected product are encouraged to contact Costco’s customer service for further assistance or to inquire about potential refunds or replacements (though a replacement product is not currently available due to the ongoing investigation).
Costco Customer Service: 1-800-774-2678