Lenox Recalls Covered Warmer Dishes Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 08145 · announced December 21, 2007 · Lenox Group · 43,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves covered ceramic warmer dishes with a rack and tea light candle. A label with "Lenox" and the SKU number is on the bottom of the warming dish. The following warmer dishes are included in this recall: Pattern Name SKU Number Holiday 782673 Winter Greetings 782697 Holiday Gatherings 782670 Orchard & Bloom 783368 Butler's Pantry 783357 Butterfly Meadow 783362
The hazard
Flames from the tea candle can extend up the sides of the dish. In addition, a label on the bottom of the dish causes excessive smoke when exposed to the flame. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled warming dish with rack and tea light and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received eight reports of flames extending up the sides of the dish and smoking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Lenox and department stores nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007 for about $30.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Lenox at (800) 635-3669 Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lenox.com/recall
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.