CPSC, Seventh Avenue Inc. Announce Recall of Kitchen Krumblers Candle
CPSC recall 04574 · announced August 18, 2004 · Mostly Memories · 1,200 units affected
The product
The scented candle is housed in a clear glass holder and has a crumbled appearance with color variations. It contains slices of dried apple and cinnamon sticks in the wax. The candle is 3 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches high. "Kitchen Krumblers" is labeled at the base of the candle. The candle was sold separately or in a set with another candle not involved in this recall.
The hazard
The dried apples and cinnamon in the candle can ignite, causing a flare up and breaking the glass, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the candle and return it to Country Door for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Three reports have been received of a candle flaring up, breaking the glass, and spreading fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: The Country Door Catalog and Web site, from February 2004 through May 2004, for about $12.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Country Door at (800) 659-6473 between 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. CT.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.