230,000 Candles Sold At Target Recalled, Possibility of Outside Decoration Catching Fire

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a voluntary recall by Target stores of "birch and bark" candles that are apparently dangerous. According to the government agency, the decorative covering around the candle can ignite and cause a fire. The CPSC also reported that there have been 18 reports of fires, 5 of which caused property damage.

According to Target, the candles were sold for between $6 and $15 at Target stores nationwide from September 2004 through January 2005. The retailer is requesting that anyone owning the candles return them to the nearest Target store. Consumers will receive a $15 Target gift card as compensation.

For additional information, contact Target toll-free at (800) 440-0680 between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

posted by Consumer Help Web Editorial Team at 6:58 PM |