Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp. Recalls Mason Jar Candles Due To Laceration and Burn Hazard
Recall 07092 · Jan 30, 2007 · Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp.
3,700,000
units affected
3,700,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07092
- Date
- Jan 30, 2007
- Company
- Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp.
- Units affected
- 3,700,000
- Product
- Old Williamsburgh Mason Jar Candles, sizes 3.5 to 5.0 oz.
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves all scents and colors of Mason Jar Candles in 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, and 5.0 oz. sizes. The size of the candle is specified on the label at the bottom of the jar, on the last line of the label. Replacement Mason Jar Candles, which are not included in the recall, have a "Q" on either side of the label.
What can happen
The wick can move from the center of the jar to the side, causing the glass to overheat and possibly crack or shatter. Exposure to broken glass and molten wax poses laceration and burn hazards to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for an exchange or full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp. has received 11 reports of the candles cracking or shattering, including one laceration injury.
- Sold at
- Dollar stores, discount stores, and grocery stores nationwide from May 2006 through December 2006 for between $1 and $1.50.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled old williamsburgh mason jar candles, sizes 3.5 to 5.0 oz.?
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for an exchange or full refund.
What is the hazard?
The wick can move from the center of the jar to the side, causing the glass to overheat and possibly crack or shatter. Exposure to broken glass and molten wax poses laceration and burn hazards to consumers.
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.