The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04138·Announced 2004-05-18

Kmart Recalls Martha Stewart Everyday Safety Matches Due to Fire Hazard

Kmart is recalling 588 boxes of Martha Stewart Everyday Safety Matches because they may ignite upon impact, posing a fire hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Kmart Corp. is recalling 588 boxes of Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches. The recalled matches are 11 inches long and come in a yellow checkered box with the UPC code 045774700237 printed on the back. These products were sold at Kmart stores from January 2004 through March 2004 for approximately $2.00.

The recall is being conducted because the matches may ignite upon impact, which poses a fire hazard to consumers. Kmart has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to these matches; the recall is a precautionary measure to prevent the possibility of injury.

Consumers should stop using the matches immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Kmart toll-free at (866) 562-7848 or visit www.kmart.com.

The recalled product

Product
Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches
Category
Consumer Product — Matches
Hazard
Affected units
588

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

UPCs (1)

  • 045774700237

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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