CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2003-10-30

CPSC, Michaels Stores, Inc. Announce Recall of Halloween Candleholders

04023 · Recalled 2003-10-30 · CPSC page

Recalled Halloween Pumpkin tealight candleholders
Recalled Halloween Pumpkin tealight candleholders

Description

These ceramic Halloween tealight candleholders are in the shape of pumpkins, gourds, witch hats and ghosts. They are about 2.5 inches to 3.25 inches high. The orange sticker on the bottom of the candleholders reads "Made in China" and "MSI Irving, TX."

Hazards

Because of the lack of ventilation in these ceramic candleholders, the tealights can flare up, posing a risk of burns to consumers.

Reported injuries

Michaels Stores has received eight reports of flare-ups or scorching with these Halloween candleholders. Three consumers reportedly received minor burns to their fingers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these candleholders immediately and return them to any Michaels store for a refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Halloween tealight candleholdersAbout 165,000

Parties

Importer
Michaels Stores, Inc., of Irving, Texas
Made in
China
Sold at
Michaels sold these Halloween candleholders, from July 2003 through October 2003, for about $1.

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

More images

Recalled Halloween Ghost tealight candleholder
Recalled Halloween Ghost tealight candleholder
Recalled Halloween Witch Hat tealight candleholder
Recalled Halloween Witch Hat tealight candleholder

Source: CPSC recall 04023. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.