Pier 1 Imports · Recalled
Pier 1 Imports Recalls Tealight Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard
The spacing of the holes in a concentrated pattern allows the holder to heat up. This can cause the tealights to burn unexpectedly fast and with a higher flame height than normal, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 18,000
- Reports
- 7
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $6–$25
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The metal Tealight Candle Holder measures 7" x 7" and has a silver metallic top with a black base. It has nine square openings for use with tealight candles. The product's SKU number 2174941 can be located on the bottom of the base.
The file
- Sold at
- Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for between $6 and $25.
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Made in
- Philippines
- Recalled by
- Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas
Incident log
Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of high flames. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Discard the product.
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 MAR 06 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.