The Wick & Petal Co. Recalls Candles Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 08167 · Jan 17, 2008 · The Wick & Petal Co.
1,300
units affected
1,300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08167
- Date
- Jan 17, 2008
- Company
- The Wick & Petal Co.
- Units affected
- 1,300
- Product
- Jar candles
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves all Wick & Petal jar candles. The candles have a cylindrical shape and a chrome lid. The lid has a white label with a picture of the fragrance, the fragrance name, and "Wick & Petal Co." printed on it.
What can happen
The candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Wick & Petal has received seven reports of the candles burning with high flame, some resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Select candle retailers and craft fairs in Indiana from October 2007 through December 2007 for between $8 and $18.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled jar candles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The candles can burn with a high flame, 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.