Oil Burning Candles Recalled by Target
Oil Burning Candles Recalled by Target
Why was Oil Burning Candles Recalled by Target recalled?
The glass on these candles can shatter, creating a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store, for a refund. Contact: For additional information, consumers should call Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Metal oil burning candles
- Company
- Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Quantity
- About 16,000
- Sold at
- Target stores sold these candles nationwide, from January 2000 through May 2000. The circular candles sold for $8 and the rectangular candles sold for $15.
- Recall date
- July 20, 2000
- Incidents / injuries
- Target has received six reports of these candles shattering, including three reports of minor property damage. There have been no injuries reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The candles come in two shapes: rectangular and circular. The glass portion of the candle is supported by a metal black metal frame. There are two glass pieces that stack on top of each other. The lower glass piece has a reservoir for oil. The top glass piece has an opening for a wick. The circular candle measures 6.25 inches in diameter and the rectangular candle measures 5.5 inches by 13.5 inches. These candles were made in China.