CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The solder welds on the lantern can melt due to heat from a tea light. This can cause the candle holder to break and expose the flame, posing a fire hazard.

In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2014/39109r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • April 17, 2014

Pier 1 Imports Recalls Hanging Glass Star Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard

This recall includes Pier 1 Imports' hanging glass star lanterns. The lanterns were sold in the following colors and SKU numbers: amber (SKU 2717349), clear (SKU 2717351) and red (SKU 2724169). The SKU number is printed on a hang tag attached to the lantern. The lantern is a three-dimension star-shape made of gold-toned metal and glass. The lantern measures seven inches wide, seven inches deep and seven inches high. A metal tea light cup sits inside the metal and glass star.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hanging glass star lanterns and return them to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or a store credit.

Contact Information

Pier 1 Imports at (800) 245-4595 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT or Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT or online at www.Pier1.com and click on the "Product Notes and Recalls" under "Pier 1 Policies" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and online at www.Pier1.com from August 2013 through February 2014 for between $16 and $20.
Injuries
Pier 1 Imports has received five reports of the solder melting on the lanterns, including one report of the lantern falling apart and burning a rug. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
14149

Product Information

Product Name
Hanging Glass Star Lanterns
Product Type
Outdoor Lighting
Number of Units
About 10,800 in U.S. and 550 in Canada
Imported By
Pier 1 Imports®, of Fort Worth, Texas
Manufactured In
India

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Website www.Pier1.com
Full Contact Information

Pier 1 Imports at (800) 245-4595 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT or Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT or online at www.Pier1.com and click on the "Product Notes and Recalls" under "Pier 1 Policies" at the bottom of the page for more information.