CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Because of the lack of ventilation in these ceramic candleholders, the tealights can flare up, posing a risk of burns to consumers.
CPSC, Michaels Stores, Inc. Announce Recall of Halloween Candleholders
These ceramic Halloween tealight candleholders are in the shape of pumpkins, gourds, witch hats and ghosts. They are about 2.5 inches to 3.25 inches high. The orange sticker on the bottom of the candleholders reads "Made in China" and "MSI Irving, TX."
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these candleholders immediately and return them to any Michaels store for a refund.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Michaels Stores at (877) 562-3816 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or go to the company's website at www.Michaels.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Michaels Stores nationwide sold these Halloween candleholders, from July 2003 through October 2003, for about $1.
Injuries
Michaels Stores has received eight reports of flare-ups or scorching with these Halloween candleholders. Three consumers reportedly received minor burns to their fingers.
Recall Number
04023
Product Information
Product Name
Halloween tealight candleholders
Product Type
Candles & Candle Holders
Number of Units
About 165,000
Imported By
Michaels Stores, Inc., of Irving, Texas
Manufactured In
China