CPSC, Dillard's, Inc. Announce Recall of Pine Tree Candles

Recalled December 20, 2001 · CPSC recall 02075 · Dillard's

Hazard

The candles can collapse, causing the flame to spread and ignite decorative glitter and paint, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Dillard's store for a full refund.

Units

About 12,000

Incidents / injuries

Dillard's has received one report of a candle that collapsed and spread the flame. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Description

The Pine Tree Candles come in the shape of pine trees, and come in two sizes, tall and short. The tall candle is approximately 9 1/2 inches tall and 6 inches wide, and the short candle is approximately 8 inches tall and 5 1/2 inches wide. A label on the side of both candles reads "Noble Excellence." There is also a sticker on the bottom of the tall candle that reads "127CD109," and a sticker on the bottom of the short candle that reads "127CD108."

What to do

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Dillard's store for a full refund.

Contact

For more information, call Dillard's at (800) 235-9660 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's web site at www.dillards.com

Product

Pine Tree Candles

Manufacturer(s)

Dillard's, Inc., of Little Rock, Ark.

Retailers

Dillard's stores nationwide sold the candles, from October 20, 2001 through December 12, 2001, for between $12 (short candle) and $15 (tall candle).

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →