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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 17, 2008Serious
Pottery Barn Decorative Candles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
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 candles and return them to any Pottery Barn store for a full refund.
Who to 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
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 185,000
- Recall date
- January 17, 2008
- Brand
- Pottery Barn of San Francisco, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Pottery Barn has received two reports of the gold paint on the candle exterior igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
9444811
Pottery Barn stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for between $10 and $20.
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: “Pottery Barn Recalls Decorative Candles Due to Fire Hazard”
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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