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CPSC, Pottery Barn Announce Recall of Halloween Candleholders

Reported: October 16, 2002 Initiated: October 16, 2002 #03015

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Pottery Barn, of San Francisco, Calif.. Units affected: About 11,500.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 16, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03015.