Tommy Bahama Recalls Mini-Tin Candle Travel Sets Due to Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 11147 · announced March 1, 2011 · Tommy Bahama Group · 1,800 units affected
The product
This recall involves Tommy Bahama six tin mini-candle travel sets. The mini-tin candles have the following scents: pineapple paradise, pineapple cilantro, maui mango, coconut mango, hibiscus blossom and caribbean breeze. The six tin candles are packaged in a beige carton with a matching sleeve that reads "Tommy Bahama", "mini candle travel set" and "Set of 6 mini tins". Various color labels are affixed to the top of the bronze-colored tins listing the individual candle scents.
The hazard
The candle flame can spread from the wick to the wax causing a larger than expected flame, posing a risk of burns to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and contact Tommy Bahama for a refund. Consumers can also return the mini-candle set to their nearest Tommy Bahama retail store. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Tommy Bahama has received two reports of candles flames extending to the wax area. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Tommy Bahama retail stores nationwide and online at www.tommybahama.com from November 2010 through January 2011 for about $40.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (866) 986-8282 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Sunday, or visit the firm's website at www.tommybahama.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.