CPSC2001-12-20
CPSC, Dillard's, Inc. Announce Recall of Pine Tree Candles
Dillard's, Inc., of Little Rock, Ark.
Hazard
The candles can collapse, causing the flame to spread and ignite decorative glitter and paint, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Dillard's store for a full refund.
Sold at
Dillard's stores nationwide sold the candles, from October 20, 2001 through December 12, 2001, for between $12 (short candle) and $15 (tall candle).
Affected count
About 12,000
Injuries reported
Dillard's has received one report of a candle that collapsed and spread the flame. No injuries or property damage were reported.
Products
Pine Tree Candles
Consumer contact
For more information, call Dillard's at (800) 235-9660 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's web site at www.dillards.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Dillards-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Pine-Tree-Candles-Don't want to check this manually?
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