Masterfoods USA Recalls M&M'S® Menorah for Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 06162 · announced May 10, 2006 · Masterfoods · 1,008 units affected
The product
The recalled Menorah is an eight-branch candleholder designed to resemble M&M'S® Brand candies. On each end of the Menorah is an M&M'S® Brand character holding a Star of David.
The hazard
If a candle burns all the way down, the plastic Menorah could ignite and present a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these Menorahs immediately and return them to Masterfoods USA for a full refund, including taxes and shipping and handling, where applicable. Masterfoods USA is also offering a $10 gift certificate good towards the purchase of any M&M'S® collectible.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Masterfoods USA has received five reports of the Menorah smoldering or igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold at: M&M'S World® catalogue, M&M'S World® stores in Las Vegas and Orlando, and online at www.mmsworld.com from November 2005 through December 2005 for about $30.
Consumer contact: For additional information, consumers can contact Masterfoods USA at (800) 849-4867 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.