Katie Brown Tea Light Candle Sets recalled by Meijer Inc. Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-05-18). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 50181MKB, 50182MKB, 50183MKB, 50184MKB, 50185MKB. About 7,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11223 |
| Published | 2011-05-18 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-07 |
| Product category | Candles or Candlesticks |
| Products | Katie Brown 12-piece tea light candle sets |
| Firms | Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | India |
| Units (US) | 7,600 |
| Model numbers | 50181MKB, 50182MKB, 50183MKB, 50184MKB, 50185MKB |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Meijer Stores in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Illinois and Indiana from October 2010 through March 2011 for about $8. |
Description
The recalled wax tea light candles in clear plastic holders were sold in five different colors/scents: vanilla, spruce, snappy spice, sunny tuscany and sweet love. Model numbers are 50181MKB, 50182MKB, 50183MKB, 50184MKB and 50185MKB printed on the bottom of the tea light holder. The wax tea light candles measure approximately 2 inches in diameter. The Katie Brown logo is printed on the clear packaging cover of the tea lights. Printed on a label on the bottom of each 12-piece pack of tea light candles is "Distributed by Wholesale Merchandisers, Inc. 2929 Walker Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Made in India. www.katiebrown.meijer.com"
Hazard
The clear plastic candle holder can ignite, posing a serious burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the tea light candles immediately and return all tea light candles sets to any Meijer Store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Meijer has received one report of the resin cup catching fire and melting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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