CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2008-01-17

Pottery Barn Recalls Decorative Candles Due to Fire Hazard

08168 · Recalled 2008-01-17 · CPSC page

Recalled Round and Egg-Shaped Decorative Candles
Recalled Round and Egg-Shaped Decorative Candles

Description

This recall involves egg-shaped and large and small round candles sold in three sizes. The candles were sold in green, red and white with gold glitter and leaf designs. The recall includes all styles of this candle, including style numbers 9444811, 9444928, 9444936, 9444944, 9444944, 9445214, 9445222, 9445222, and 9445313. The style number for the candles can be found on the price ticket under the candle.

Hazards

The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Pottery Barn has received two reports of the gold paint on the candle exterior igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Pottery Barn store for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Round and Egg-Shaped Decorative CandlesAbout 185,000

Parties

Importer
Pottery Barn of San Francisco, Calif.
Made in
Hong Kong
Sold at
Pottery Barn from September 2007 through December 2007 for between $10, $20.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Pottery Barn toll-free at (888) 922-9245 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or visit the company's Web site at www.potterybarn.com

Source: CPSC recall 08168. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.