Pier 1 Imports Recalls Tealight Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 08209 · announced March 6, 2008 · Pier 1 Imports · 18,000 units affected
The product
The metal Tealight Candle Holder measures 7" x 7" and has a silver metallic top with a black base. It has nine square openings for use with tealight candles. The product's SKU number 2174941 can be located on the bottom of the base.
The hazard
The spacing of the holes in a concentrated pattern allows the holder to heat up. This can cause the tealights to burn unexpectedly fast and with a higher flame height than normal, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Discard the product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of high flames. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for between $6 and $25.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.