Target Reannounces Recall of Menorahs Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 17045 · Dec 6, 2016 · Target Reannounces
2,600
units affected
2,600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 17045
- Date
- Dec 6, 2016
- Company
- Target Reannounces
- Units affected
- 2,600
- Product
- Menorahs
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves clear acrylic Hanukkah menorahs in a pyramid design that are 10.5 inches long, 1.2 inches wide and 2.3 inches high. Model number 240-14-0169 and bar code can be found on a round white label on the side of the menorah.
What can happen
The menorahs can melt when the candles are burning, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled menorahs and return them to Target for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received eight reports of the product melting, including three reports of fire. No property damage or injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Target stores nationwide from October 2015 through December 2015 for about $20.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled menorahs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled menorahs and return them to Target for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The menorahs can melt when the candles are burning, 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.