Nordstrom Recalls Taper and Votive Candles Due To Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 08170 · announced January 22, 2008 · Nordstrom · 2,500 units affected
The product
This recall involves Nordstrom "At Home" 10-inch taper candles and Nordstrom "At Home" votive candles. The taper candles were sold under style numbers NR-07059G and NR-07059S. The votive candles were sold under style numbers NR-07001G and NR-07001S. The candles came in silver and gold and were sold in a box of six. The style number can be found on a sticker at the bottom of the packaging.
The hazard
The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Nordstrom store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Nordstrom has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. One instance of property damage was reported but no injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Nordstrom stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for about $18 for the taper candles and about $12 for the votive candles.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Nordstrom at (800) 804-0806, 24 hours per day, visit the company's Web site at www.nordstrom.com, or email contact@nordstrom.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.