Recalls / 2002-10-16
CPSC, Pottery Barn Announce Recall of Halloween Candleholders
03015 · Recalled 2002-10-16 · CPSC page
Description
The black wire "Scary Tree Tea-Light Holder" is about 18 inches high. The tree branches hold six tea-light candles in orange glass pots.
Hazards
There have been reports that some tea-light candles burning in the candleholder could flare up, posing a fire hazard and a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Reported injuries
Pottery Barn has received 10 reports of candles in the candleholder flaring. One consumer reported receiving a minor burn from the candle wax.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the candleholders, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or exchange. Consumers who purchased the candleholder from the catalog or web site should call to arrange product return and refund, including the cost of postage.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Halloween Tree Tea-Light Candleholders | About 11,500 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Pottery Barn, of San Francisco, Calif.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Pottery Barn stores, web site, catalogs sold the candleholders nationwide, from August 2002 through early October 2002, for about $29.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Pottery Barn toll- free at (800) 699-0449 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Saturday, or visit their web site at www.potterybarn.com
Source: CPSC recall 03015. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.