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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 6, 2007Serious
Hayes Company Inc. Outdoor Candles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to any Ace Hardware store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For further information, contact Hayes at (800) 838-5053 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hayesco.com
The product
The recall involves three styles of outdoor citronella candles with a glazed lower portion that is brown, blue, or green. The item number 18134 can be located on the top left part of the label on the bottom of the candle.
Details
- Units affected
- About 83,000
- Recall date
- September 6, 2007
- Brand
- The Hayes Company Inc., of Valley Center, Kan.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of consumers who suffered minor burns to their hands when they tried to extinguish flames coming from the candle.
18134
Ace Hardware stores nationwide from February 2006 through June 2007 for about $8.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Hayes Company Inc. Recalls Outdoor Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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