CPSC, Pottery Barn Outlet Announce Recall of Halloween Candleholders
Released: Wednesday, November 09, 2005 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pottery Barn Outlet, of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 900 "Spooky Tree Tea-Light Holders". The recalled candleholders could allow tea lights to have a high flame. This poses a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers. This product was previously recalled by Pottery Barn on October 16, 2002.
Recall Details
Product
"Spooky Tree Tea-Light Holder"
Description
The recalled candleholders are constructed of black wire and stand about 18 inches high. The tree branches hold six tea light candles in orange glass pots.
Hazards
The recalled candleholders could allow tea lights to have a high flame. This poses a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers. This product was
previously recalled by Pottery Barn on October 16, 2002.
Incidents
Pottery Barn Outlet has received one report of a flare up. There are no reported injuries. During the previous recall, there were 10 reports of candleholders flaring and one consumer reported receiving a minor burn from the candle wax.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the candleholders immediately and return them to the Pottery Barn Outlet store for a refund or exchange.
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