CPSC2008-01-22
Nordstrom Recalls Taper and Votive Candles Due To Fire Hazard
Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Hazard
The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Nordstrom store for a full refund.
Sold at
Nordstrom stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for about $18 for the taper candles and about $12 for the votive candles.
Affected count
About 2,500
Injuries reported
Nordstrom has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. One instance of property damage was reported but no injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Nordstrom "At Home" Taper and Votive Candles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Nordstrom at (800) 804-0806, 24 hours per day, visit the company's Web site at www.nordstrom.com, or email contact@nordstrom.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Nordstrom-Recalls-Taper-and-Votive-Candles-Due-To-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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