CPSC2003-10-30
CPSC, Michaels Stores, Inc. Announce Recall of Halloween Candleholders
Michaels Stores, Inc., of Irving, Texas
Hazard
Because of the lack of ventilation in these ceramic candleholders, the tealights can flare up, posing a risk of burns to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candleholders immediately and return them to any Michaels store for a refund.
Sold at
Michaels Stores nationwide sold these Halloween candleholders, from July 2003 through October 2003, for about $1.
Affected count
About 165,000
Injuries reported
Michaels Stores has received eight reports of flare-ups or scorching with these Halloween candleholders. Three consumers reportedly received minor burns to their fingers.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Halloween tealight candleholders
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Michaels Stores at (877) 562-3816 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or go to the company's website at www.Michaels.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Michaels-Stores-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Halloween-Candleholders-Don't want to check this manually?
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