Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 15, 2018
Michaels Recalls Halloween Candle Holders Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The candle holder can ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.
The recall
Michaels Stores Procurement Co. Inc. (Mspci), a subsidiary of The Michaels Companies Inc., of Irving, Texas issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The candle holder can ignite, posing fire and burn hazards..
- Moderate
- severity level
- May 15, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18158 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #18158) was formally reported on May 15, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Michaels Stores Procurement Co. Inc. (Mspci), a subsidiary of The Michaels Companies Inc., of Irving, Texas is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 10,000 (In addition, about 830 were sold in Canada).
The documented reason for this recall is: The candle holder can ignite, posing fire and burn hazards. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled candle holders and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category — 2,523 household products recalls on record
Where this recall sits in the database
Of 83,949 recalls in the database, 21,198 are high severity, 58,883 moderate, and 3,868 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Affected scope
About 10,000 (In addition, about 830 were sold in Canada)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Michaels private brand Ashland® 3-tier haunted townhouse candle holders. The candle holders were sold in black, measure about 20 inches tall by 7 inches wide by 5 inches deep and have two columns of three vertically stacked candle holders. Only 3-tier haunted townhouse candle holders with SKU number 513180 and UPC code 886946019340 printed on a hangtag are included in the recall.
Reason for recall
The candle holder can ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy — what to do
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled candle holders and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18158 |
| Date reported | May 15, 2018 |
| Date initiated | May 15, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Michaels Stores Procurement Co. Inc. (Mspci), a subsidiary of The Michaels Companies Inc., of Irving, Texas |
| Affected scope | About 10,000 (In addition, about 830 were sold in Canada) |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Michaels private brand Ashland® 3-tier haunted townhouse candle holders. The candle holders were sold in black, measure about 20 inches tall by 7 inches wide by 5 inches deep and have two columns of three vertically stacked candle holders. Only 3-tier haunted townhouse candle holders with SKU number 513180 and UPC code 886946019340 printed on a hangtag are included in the recall.. Recalled by Michaels Stores Procurement Co. Inc. (Mspci), a subsidiary of The Michaels Companies Inc., of Irving, Texas. Units affected: About 10,000 (In addition, about 830 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The candle holder can ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled candle holders and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 15, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18158.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (18158) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported May 15, 2018.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).