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Name of product:
Margo Taper Candle Holders
Hazard:
The candle holders can catch on fire if they come in contact with the candle’s flame, posing a fire hazard.
Recall date:
February 24, 2021
Units:
About 2,700 (In addition, about 60 in Canada)
Recall Details
Description:
This recall involves Urban Outfitter’s Margo Taper Candle Holders. The geometric-shaped holders are made of pine or acacia wood and were sold in small, medium and large sizes. The following SKU numbers are located on the price label on the bottom of the candle holder:
|
Candle Size |
SKU Numbers |
|
Small |
0058346800 |
|
Medium |
0058346818 |
|
Large |
0058346826 |
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candle holders and return them to any Urban Outfitters store for a full refund. Customers can also contact Urban Outfitters to receive a prepaid return label to return the candle holders by mail. Urban Outfitters is contacting online purchasers by email.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received one report of the candle holder catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Exclusively at Urban Outfitters stores nationwide and online at www.urbanoutfitters.com from August 2020 through November 2020 for between $18 and $30.
Importer(s):
Urban Outfitters Inc., of Philadelphia, Pa.
This recall was conducted, voluntarily by the company, under CPSC’s Fast Track Recall process. Fast Track recalls are initiated by firms, who commit to work with CPSC to quickly announce the recall and remedy to protect consumers.
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