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Michaels Stores Recalls Silver Tree Tealight Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: December 22, 2010 Initiated: December 22, 2010 #11078

Product Description

This recall involves silver-colored tealight candle holders in a shape of a Christmas tree. The candle holders are about 16-inches tall and have a silver star on the top. Nine tealight cups and clear plastic beads hang from the tree branches.

Reason for Recall

The tealight cups are positioned where the flame from the candles can ignite other parts of the candle holder, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candle holders and return the product to any Michaels Arts & Craft store for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 7,600 in the United States and 650 in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves silver-colored tealight candle holders in a shape of a Christmas tree. The candle holders are about 16-inches tall and have a silver star on the top. Nine tealight cups and clear plastic beads hang from the tree branches.. Recalled by Michaels Stores Inc., of Irving, Texas. Units affected: About 7,600 in the United States and 650 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The tealight cups are positioned where the flame from the candles can ignite other parts of the candle holder, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candle holders and return the product to any Michaels Arts & Craft store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11078.