Sterno Recalls Tea Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
USSterno Recalls Tea Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe tea light wax can overheat resulting in the wax catching fire, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThe recall involves Sterno Bulk Pack 5 Hour Tea Lights, item numbers 505TL and 505S. The tea lights are standard sized, white wax tea light candles contained in small aluminum cups with no additional identification markings. The tea lights were sold in cases containing 500 tealight candles. Each case contains 10 boxes with 50 individual tea light candles. This recall only involves tea lights with codes ranging from 11060 to 11151 which can be found printed on both the outside of the case and on the back of the box of 50.
Betroffene Produkte
Translated5 Hour Tea Lights
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Sterno-Recalls-Tea-Lights-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazard |
| Title | Sterno Recalls Tea Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12710.12710.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Sterno tea light |
| Hazards › Name | The tea light wax can overheat resulting in the wax catching fire, posing a burn and fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | Sterno has received several reports of the flame from the tea lights catching the wax on fire. No reports of injuries have been received |
| Products › Name | 5 Hour Tea Lights |
| Products › Type | Candles or Candlesticks |
| Products › Category I D | 67762 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 10,000 cases |
| Recall I D | 1168 |
| Remedies › Name | Stop using these candles immediately and return any unused candles to the place of purchase for a full refund. Food service distributors and restaurant supply stores have been directly notified about this recall by mail. |
| Retailers › Name | Food service distributors and other restaurant supply stores nationwide from April 2011 through October 2011 for between $36 to $50 per case. The recalled tea lights were not sold to retail consumers. |
| Recall Date | 2012-01-05T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall involves Sterno Bulk Pack 5 Hour Tea Lights, item numbers 505TL and 505S. The tea lights are standard sized, white wax tea light candles contained in small aluminum cups with no additional identification markings. The tea lights were sold in cases containing 500 tealight candles. Each case contains 10 boxes with 50 individual tea light candles. This recall only involves tea lights with codes ranging from 11060 to 11151 which can be found printed on both the outside of the case and on the back of the box of 50. |
| Distributors › Name | The Sterno Group LLC, of Des Plaines, Ill. |
| Recall Number | 12710 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Sterno toll-free at (877) 478-3766 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.sterno.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-04-22T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Thailand |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Sterno Recalls Tea Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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