Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 17, 2018
Michaels Recalls Pottery Wheel Kits Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
The battery compartment in the pottery wheel kit can overheat, 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 battery compartment in the pottery wheel kit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards..
- Moderate
- severity level
- May 17, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18159 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #18159) was formally reported on May 17, 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 263,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The battery compartment in the pottery wheel kit can overheat, 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: Consumers should immediately take the recalled pottery wheel kits away from children, stop using them 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.
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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 263,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves pottery wheel kits sold under the Michaels private brand Creatology®. The 16-piece kit includes a battery operated pottery wheel, 2 bags of clay, 4 molding tools, 6 paints, 2 paint brushes, and a sponge. The recalled pottery wheel kits are blue and have SKU number 078859 and one of the following UPC codes printed on the barcode on the back of the box: 0400100663462, 0042409006603, 0042409006702, 0042409006757, 0069545670017, 0886946767692
Reason for recall
The battery compartment in the pottery wheel kit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pottery wheel kits away from children, stop using them 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 | 18159 |
| Date reported | May 17, 2018 |
| Date initiated | May 17, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Michaels Stores Procurement Co. Inc. (Mspci), a subsidiary of The Michaels Companies Inc., of Irving, Texas |
| Affected scope | About 263,000 |
| 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 pottery wheel kits sold under the Michaels private brand Creatology®. The 16-piece kit includes a battery operated pottery wheel, 2 bags of clay, 4 molding tools, 6 paints, 2 paint brushes, and a sponge. The recalled pottery wheel kits are blue and have SKU number 078859 and one of the following UPC codes printed on the barcode on the back of the box: 0400100663462, 0042409006603, 0042409006702, 0042409006757, 0069545670017, 0886946767692. Recalled by Michaels Stores Procurement Co. Inc. (Mspci), a subsidiary of The Michaels Companies Inc., of Irving, Texas. Units affected: About 263,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The battery compartment in the pottery wheel kit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pottery wheel kits away from children, stop using them 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 17, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18159.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (18159) 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 17, 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).