Pottery Barn Recalls Decorative Candles Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 08168 · announced January 17, 2008 · Pottery Barn Of San Francisco, Calif · 185,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves egg-shaped and large and small round candles sold in three sizes. The candles were sold in green, red and white with gold glitter and leaf designs. The recall includes all styles of this candle, including style numbers 9444811, 9444928, 9444936, 9444944, 9444944, 9445214, 9445222, 9445222, and 9445313. The style number for the candles can be found on the price ticket under the candle.
The hazard
The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Pottery Barn store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Pottery Barn has received two reports of the gold paint on the candle exterior igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold at: Pottery Barn stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for between $10 and $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Pottery Barn toll-free at (888) 922-9245 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or visit the company's Web site at www.potterybarn.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.