| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2008 Release #08-274 | Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 403-5504 |
The Home Depot Recalls Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of Product: Candle Holders
Units: About 14,000
Importer: The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga.
Hazard: Sunlight passing through the glass portion can cause nearby flammable materials to ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Description: The sun-shaped candle holder is glass and metal, and was sold in four colors (red, green, blue, and yellow). “15.75" Candle Holder” is printed on the product’s hang tag.
Sold at: The Home Depot stores in the southern and western regions of the U.S. from January 2008 through March 2008 for about $10.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to The Home Depot for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, call toll-free (866) 403-5504 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET, or visit the company’s Web site at www.homedepot.com
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