IKEA Recalls Candles for Fire and Burn Hazards
Outdoor Candles |
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, May 18th, 2006
CPSC Release Number:
06-168
Manufactured In:
Estonia
Company Phone Number:
(888) 966-4532
Units:
About 133,000 packages of six candles
Manufacturer:
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa.
Sold By:
IKEA stores nationwide from February 2001 through July 2005 for about $4.
Problem/Hazard:
The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame and posing a fire and burn hazard.
Injuries/Incidents:
IKEA has received 16 reports of incidents involving flaring of the outdoor candles, seven of which involved minor burn injuries.
Description:
The recall involves the ANGAR (#200.301.24) and SAMLAS (#900.524.43) outdoor candles. The candle's container is made of silver-colored metal and measures about four inches wide by two inches high. The container is filled with white wax. The candle's wick is about ½ inch square and is made of brown fiberboard. They were sold in packages of six candles. The candle name and article number (#) is written on the instructions for use accompanying the candles.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to the nearest IKEA store's "Returns and Exchanges" department for a full refund.
Consumer Contact:
For more information, contact IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.ikea-usa.com
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