CPSCSeptember 6, 2007

Hayes Company Inc. Outdoor Candles recall: Fire and Burn Hazards

Hayes Company Inc. Recalls Outdoor Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Why was Hayes Company Inc. Outdoor Candles recalled?

The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to any Ace Hardware store for a full refund. 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

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
Avant Yarde Decorative Glaze Outdoor Candles
Company
The Hayes Company Inc., of Valley Center, Kan.
Quantity
About 83,000
Sold at
Ace Hardware stores nationwide from February 2006 through June 2007 for about $8.
Recall date
September 6, 2007
Incidents / injuries
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.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

Open official CPSC notice Latest recalls