Big Lots Stores Inc. Recalls Tea Light Candles for Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 06101 · announced March 1, 2006 · Big Lots Stores · 233,000 units affected
The product
The recalled red tea light candles are apple scented and have the brand name "Harvest" on the front packaging. Item number A5023 is written on the bottom of the packaging. The candles were sold in sets of six candles per package. The tea light candles measure 1½ inches wide by ¾ inch high. Each of the candles comes in a plastic holder.
The hazard
The recalled candles can burn with a high flame and melt the plastic holders. This poses a fire and a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the tea light candles immediately and return them to the nearest Big Lots store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Big Lots and CPSC have received four reports of incidents, three involving minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Big Lots stores exclusively nationwide from July 2005 through October 2005 for about $1.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Big Lots at (866) 244-5687 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Big Lots Web sit at www.biglots.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.