CPSC, Wal-Mart Announce Recall of Holiday Candle Gift Sets
CPSC recall 06003 · announced October 6, 2005 · Dan Dee · 48,000 units affected
The product
One recalled candle gift set includes three birch bark-covered candles. Each candle measures 3 inches wide but vary in height from 3 to 6 inches. The candles are displayed on a stand with pine cones, cinnamon sticks and red berries. The second recalled candle gift set includes a display stand with three pyramid-shaped candles varying in height from 8 to 12 inches. The candles are either blue with a silver glitter criss-cross pattern or red with a gold glitter criss-cross pattern. Both candle sets were sold under the Holiday Time™ brand name written on the box.
The hazard
The decorative covering on the candles can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Wal-Mart has received six reports of the candles catching fire, including two incidents that resulted in approximately $6,200 in property damage. Another incident resulted in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide, from September 2004 through January 2005, for about $10.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Dan Dee International at (800) 477-8697 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Wal-Mart's Web site at www.walmartstores.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.