CPSC2016-12-08
Yankee Candle Recalls Luminous Candles Due to Laceration Hazard
The Yankee Candle Company Inc., of South Deerfield, Mass.
Hazard
When the candle is lit, the glass jar can crack, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and contact Yankee Candle to receive a full refund.
Sold at
Sold exclusively at Yankee Candle stores nationwide and online at www.yankeecandle.com from September 2016 through November 2016 for about $35.
Affected count
About 31,000 (in addition, about 300 units were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received 16 reports of the glass jar cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Poland
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Luminous Candle Collection
Consumer contact
Yankee Candle toll-free at 877-803-6890 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Saturday & Sunday or online at www.yankeecandle.com and click on "Luminous Candle Collection: Safety Notice" at the top of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Yankee-Candle-Recalls-Luminous-CandlesDon't want to check this manually?
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