Recall: Pier 1 Imports Recall of Glass Candle Holders
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 15, 2005 Release #05-272 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 245-4595 Prompt #6 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 |
CPSC, Pier 1 Imports Announce Recall of Glass Candle Holders
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of Product: Glass Candle Holders
Units: About 10,000
Manufacturer: Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas
Hazard: The candle holder can unexpectedly break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been eight reports of the candle holders breaking. No injuries or property damage has been reported.
Description: This recall includes clear, Glass Floater Bowl candle holders. The candleholders measure 3½-inches high, 10½ inches in diameter and have a 3-inch diameter base. A sticker on the bottom of the candle holder has model number SKU 2040310 printed on it.
Sold at: Pier 1 Stores nationwide from February 2005 through August 2005 for about $15.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these candle holders and return them to their nearest Pier 1 store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pier 1 Imports at (800) 245-4595 (Prompt #6) between 9 a.m. and midnight ET Monday through Saturday and between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Sunday. Consumers also can visit the firm’s Web site at www.pier1.com
