CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame and posing a fire and burn hazard.
IKEA Recalls Candles for Fire and Burn Hazards
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.
Required Consumer Action
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.
Contact Information
For more information, contact IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com
Recall Details
Sold At
IKEA stores nationwide from February 2001 through July 2005 for about $4.
Injuries
IKEA has received 16 reports of incidents involving flaring of the outdoor candles, seven of which involved minor burn injuries.
Manufacturer
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa.
Recall Number
06168
Product Information
Product Name
Outdoor Candles
Product Type
Candles & Candle Holders
Number of Units
About 133,000 packages of six candles
Manufacturer Name
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa.
Manufactured In
Estonia