Safety regulator, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches
Recall 04138 · May 18, 2004 · Kmart Corp.
588
units affected
588
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 04138
- Date
- May 18, 2004
- Company
- Kmart Corp.
- Units affected
- 588
- Product
- Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches
- Product type
- Matches
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled matches come in a yellow checkered box, with the UPC code - 045774700237 - printed on the back. The matches are 11 inches long.
What can happen
These matches may ignite upon impact, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the matches immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Kmart has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
- Sold at
- Kmart Stores, from January 2004 through March 2004, for about $2.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled martha stewart everyday® safety matches?
Consumers should stop using the matches immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
These matches may ignite upon impact, posing a fire hazard 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.