Pier 1 Imports Recalls Tealight Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-03-06). Hazards: fire, burn. About 18,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08209 |
| Published | 2008-03-06 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Silver Square Tealight Candle Holder |
| Firm named in the title | Pier 1 Imports |
| Firms | Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Philippines |
| Units (US) | 18,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | dispose |
| Sold | Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for between $6 and $25. |
Description
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.
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.
Remedy
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Discard the product.
Incidents and injuries
Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of high flames. No injuries have been reported.
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