Wal-Mart Recalls Candle Holders Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-04-03). Hazards: fire, laceration, tip over. About 61,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08240 |
| Published | 2008-04-03 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Holiday Times Candleholders |
| Firm named in the title | Wal-Mart |
| Firms | Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 61,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, laceration, tip over |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Wal-Mart stores nationwide from September 2007 through February 2008 for between $13 and $17. |
Description
This recall involves three Holiday Times candle holders shaped as a Santa Claus, a snowman, and a goblet. The goblet is made of glass. A tea light candle sits inside the holders. "Holiday Times" is printed on the product hang tag.
Hazard
The candle holders could tip over, posing a fire hazard. Also, the glass holder could break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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