Running Press Book Publishers · Recalled
Mini Fireplace Candle Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard
The mini fireplace, which houses the candle, can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 78,500
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $8
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled Fireplace in a Box kit includes a 2.5-inch high by 2.5-inch wide plastic fireplace that resembles stone masonry with a black mantle, a tea light candle to fit inside the fireplace, and a small booklet "Fireplace in a Box." "Fireplace in a Box," "Mega Mini Kits," and "ISBN 0-7624-1603-3" are printed on the fireplace's packaging.
The file
- Sold at
- Chain and independent booksellers nationwide from September 2003 through April 2006 for about $8.
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Running Press Book Publishers, of Philadelphia, Pa.
Incident log
Running Press has received two reports of incidents involving the fireplace igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using this recalled product immediately and return it for a full refund to the place of purchase, or directly to: Running Press, 2300 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, Attn: Fireplace in a Box Safety Recall. Consumers returning the product to Running Press directly must include full names and addresses and can expect to receive a check within four to six weeks.
For additional information, consumers should contact Running Press at (800) 343-4499 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.perseusbooksgroup.com/runningpr
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAY 09 2006; last revised JUN 10 2024.