Mini Fireplace Candle Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard
Recall 06158 · May 9, 2006 · Running Press Book Publishers
78,500
units affected
78,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06158
- Date
- May 9, 2006
- Company
- Running Press Book Publishers
- Units affected
- 78,500
- Product
- Fireplace in a Box Candle Kits
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled Fireplace in a Box kit includes a 2.5-inch high by 2.5-inch wide plastic fireplace that resembles stone masonry with a black mantle, a tea light candle to fit inside the fireplace, and a small booklet "Fireplace in a Box." "Fireplace in a Box," "Mega Mini Kits," and "ISBN 0-7624-1603-3" are printed on the fireplace's packaging.
What can happen
The mini fireplace, which houses the candle, can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using this recalled product immediately and return it for a full refund to the place of purchase, or directly to: Running Press, 2300 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, Attn: Fireplace in a Box Safety Recall. Consumers returning the product to Running Press directly must include full names and addresses and can expect to receive a check within four to six weeks.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Running Press has received two reports of incidents involving the fireplace igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
- Sold at
- Chain and independent booksellers nationwide from September 2003 through April 2006 for about $8.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled fireplace in a box candle kits?
Consumers should stop using this recalled product immediately and return it for a full refund to the place of purchase, or directly to: Running Press, 2300 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, Attn: Fireplace in a Box Safety Recall. Consumers returning the product to Running Press directly must include.
What is the hazard?
The mini fireplace, which houses the candle, can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.