CPSC, Schottenstein and Value City Department Stores Recall Candles

The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard.

Recall #: 01160c
Affected scope: About 10,800

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Schottenstein, of Columbus, Ohio recalled The candles were sold in two different size terracotta ceramic containers. One container ….

CPSC, Schottenstein and Value City Department Stores Recall Candles was recalled by Schottenstein, of Columbus, Ohio in May 24, 2001. Reason: The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and contact Schottenstein or…. Verify recall #01160c with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Schottenstein, of Columbus, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard..

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agency class: May 24, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01160c with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The candles were sold in two different size terracotta ceramic containers. One container has a vase-shape, leaf design and a silver paint coating and measures about 3.5 inches high. The other container has a jar-shape rope design around the top of the container with a silver paint coating and measures about 2 inches high.

Reason for recall

The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and contact Schottenstein or Value City Stores to receive a refund and a $5 off coupon for use at Schottenstein or Value City Stores.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	01160c
Date reported	May 24, 2001
Date initiated	May 24, 2001
Recalling firm	Schottenstein, of Columbus, Ohio
Affected scope	About 10,800
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and contact Schottenstein or Value City Stores to receive a refund a…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and contact Schottenstein or Value City Stores to receive a refund and a $5 off coupon for use at Schottenstein or Value City Stores.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 24, 2001. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 01160c.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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