Nordstrom Recalls Taper and Votive Candles Due To Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-01-22). Hazards: fire. About 2,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08170 |
| Published | 2008-01-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Nordstrom "At Home" Taper and Votive Candles |
| Firm named in the title | Nordstrom |
| Firms | Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 2,500 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Nordstrom stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for about $18 for the taper candles and about $12 for the votive candles. |
Description
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.
Hazard
The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Nordstrom store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
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.
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