The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·98040·Announced 1997-12-10

Godinger Recalls Tree-Shaped Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard

Godinger is recalling about 31,000 tree-shaped candle holders because the glass pots can overheat and shatter, posing a fire risk.

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 fire hazard with reported property damage (fire damage to tables and carpets) but no reported injuries, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Godinger Silver Art Co. Ltd. is recalling approximately 31,000 tree-shaped candle holders in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall involves circular, tree-shaped holders made of silver-plated wire, measuring 14.5 inches high and 7.5 inches wide at the base, with style number 1731 on the packaging. These products were sold nationwide in major retail department and gift stores from October 1996 through December 1996 for approximately $25.

The candle holders contain small glass pots that can overheat and shatter, presenting a fire hazard. Godinger has received two reports of the glass pots cracking while in use, which released burning wicks and melting wax. These incidents resulted in fire damage to a table surface and to carpets. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the candle holders and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers can call Godinger at (800) 544-2209 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Godinger tree-shaped candle holders
Manufacturer
Godinger
Category
Consumer Product — Candles & Candle Holders
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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