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IKEA Recalls Candles for Fire and Burn Hazards

Reported: May 18, 2006 Initiated: May 18, 2006 #06168

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame and posing a fire and burn hazard.

Remedy

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 133,000 packages of six candles

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by IKEA Home Furnishings, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa.. Units affected: About 133,000 packages of six candles.
Why was this product recalled?
The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame and posing a fire and burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 18, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06168.