The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·06142·Announced 2006-04-18

Nordstrom Recalls Egg-Shaped Candle Holders for Fire Hazard

Nordstrom is recalling egg-shaped tea light candle holders made of plastic that could ignite if exposed to flame, posing a fire hazard.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 fire hazard with one reported incident of ignition and property damage (smoke), but no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a high-risk product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is recalling approximately 5,300 egg-shaped tea light candle holders sold in its stores nationwide from February 2005 through July 2005. The recalled products are constructed of plastic and could ignite if exposed to flame, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The candle holders were sold for between $3 and $6 and are available in sky blue, pool blue, and lavender colors. They are identified by style numbers 2C0755A, 2C0755B, and 2C0755C, which can be found on a sticker at the bottom of the holder.

Nordstrom has received one reported incident involving the holder igniting, which resulted in minimal smoke damage. No injuries have been reported. The products were manufactured in China.

Consumers should stop using these candle holders immediately and return them to a Nordstrom store for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Nordstrom at (800) 695-8000 between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. PT Monday through Saturday, or email the firm at [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Egg-Shaped Candle Holders
Manufacturer
Nordstrom, Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Category
Consumer Product — Home Decor
Hazard
Affected units
5,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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