CPSCMarch 6, 2008

Pier 1 Imports Tealight Candle Holders recall: Fire Hazard

Pier 1 Imports Recalls Tealight Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Pier 1 Imports Tealight Candle Holders recalled?

The spacing of the holes in a concentrated pattern allows the holder to heat up. This can cause the tealights to burn unexpectedly fast and with a higher flame height than normal, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Discard the product.

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
Silver Square Tealight Candle Holder
Company
Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas
Quantity
About 18,000
Sold at
Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for between $6 and $25.
Recall date
March 6, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of high flames. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The metal Tealight Candle Holder measures 7" x 7" and has a silver metallic top with a black base. It has nine square openings for use with tealight candles. The product's SKU number 2174941 can be located on the bottom of the base.

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