CPSCJanuary 22, 2008

Nordstrom Taper and Votive Candles recall: Fire Hazard

Nordstrom Recalls Taper and Votive Candles Due To Fire Hazard

Why was Nordstrom Taper and Votive Candles recalled?

The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Nordstrom store for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Nordstrom at (800) 804-0806, 24 hours per day, visit the company's Web site at www.nordstrom.com, or email [email protected]

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
Nordstrom "At Home" Taper and Votive Candles
Company
Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Quantity
About 2,500
Sold at
Nordstrom stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for about $18 for the taper candles and about $12 for the votive candles.
Recall date
January 22, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Nordstrom has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. One instance of property damage was reported but no injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Nordstrom "At Home" 10-inch taper candles and Nordstrom "At Home" votive candles. The taper candles were sold under style numbers NR-07059G and NR-07059S. The votive candles were sold under style numbers NR-07001G and NR-07001S. The candles came in silver and gold and were sold in a box of six. The style number can be found on a sticker at the bottom of the packaging.

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