Safety regulator, Endar Corp. Announce Recall of Candle Sets Sold in Wal-Mart Stores
Recall 02007 · Oct 15, 2001 · Endar Corp.
74,000
units affected
74,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 02007
- Date
- Oct 15, 2001
- Company
- Endar Corp.
- Units affected
- 74,000
- Product
- Ambria™ brand candle sets
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The 9-Piece Harvest Centerpiece Collection candle set contains seven candles (three white pillars, two red apple shaped novelty candles, and two yellow leaf shaped novelty candles), potpourri and a round 12-inch copper color plate.
What can happen
The wax from the candles can drip and ignite the potpourri. Additionally, when the candles are in close proximity, they generate a significant amount of heat. Each of these hazards could lead to a fire, which could cause burn injuries to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the candle sets immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Wal-Mart has received no reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these candles, from September 1, 2001 through September 20, 2001, for about $10.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ambria™ brand candle sets?
Consumers should stop using the candle sets immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The wax from the candles can drip and ignite the potpourri. Additionally, when the candles are in close proximity, they generate a significant amount of heat. Each of these hazards could lead to a fire, which could cause burn injuries 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.