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The Home Depot Recalls Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled May 20, 2008 · CPSC recall 08274 · The Home Depot
Hazard
Sunlight passing through the glass portion can cause nearby flammable materials to ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to The Home Depot for a full refund.
Units
About 14,000
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received one report of a fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Description
The sun-shaped candle holder is glass and metal, and was sold in four colors (red, green, blue, and yellow). "15.75" Candle Holder" is printed on the product's hang tag.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to The Home Depot for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, call toll-free (866) 403-5504 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET, or visit the company's Web site at www.homedepot.com
Product
Candle Holders
Imported by
The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga.
Retailers
The Home Depot stores in the southern and western regions of the U.S. from January 2008 through March 2008 for about $10.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →