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Northern Lights Alaura Two-Tone Jar Candles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The recalled jar candles can shatter, crack or break apart while burning, posing laceration and fire hazards.
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 immediately stop using the recalled candle and return it to any Costco Warehouse for a full refund. Consumers who are not able to return the candle to a Costco Warehouse can contact Northern Lights by email at cr@northernlightscandles.com for instructions on how to cut the candle wicks, provide verification of this to Northern Lights, and then dispose of the candle to receive a full refund. Costco is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Northern Lights Enterprises at 800-407-0377 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, by email at cr@northernlightscandles.com, or online at www.alaurarecall.com or www.northernlightscandles.com and click on "Safety Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves the Alaura Brand Two-Tone Jar Candles. The two-tone candles come in a decorative glass container with a metal lid. They come in two scents; Frosted Forest and Vanilla Biscotti. "Alaura Candles" is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the glass container.
Details
- Units affected
- About 139,500
- Recall date
- December 16, 2021
- Brand
- Northern Lights Enterprises, Inc. of Wellsville, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Northern Lights has received 138 reports of the jar candles shattering, cracking or breaking apart, including three reports of laceration injuries.
Costco Wholesale Warehouses nationwide and online at www.costco.com from August 2021 through September 2021 for about $17.
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: “Northern Lights Recalls Alaura Two-Tone Jar Candles Due to Laceration and Fire Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)”
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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