CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Endar Corp. Announce Recall of Candle Sets Sold in Wal-Mart Stores
Published: October 15, 2001Recall ID: 02007Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The wax from the candles can drip and ignite the potpourri. Additionally, when the candles are in close proximity, they generate a significant amount of heat. Each of these hazards could lead to a fire, which could cause burn injuries to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The 9-Piece Harvest Centerpiece Collection candle set contains seven candles (three white pillars, two red apple shaped novelty candles, and two yellow leaf shaped novelty candles), potpourri and a round 12-inch copper color plate.
Affected Products
Ambria™ brand candle sets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Endar-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Candle-Sets-Sold-in-Wal-Mart-Stores |
| Title | CPSC, Endar Corp. Announce Recall of Candle Sets Sold in Wal-Mart Stores |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Ambria-candles.jpeg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Ambria™ brand candle set |
| Hazards › Name | The wax from the candles can drip and ignite the potpourri. Additionally, when the candles are in close proximity, they generate a significant amount of heat. Each of these hazards could lead to a fire, which could cause burn injuries to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | Wal-Mart has received no reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. |
| Products › Name | Ambria™ brand candle sets |
| Products › Type | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products › Category I D | 1872 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 74,000 |
| Recall I D | 2021 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the candle sets immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these candles, from September 1, 2001 through September 20, 2001, for about $10. |
| Recall Date | 2001-10-15T00:00:00 |
| Description | The 9-Piece Harvest Centerpiece Collection candle set contains seven candles (three white pillars, two red apple shaped novelty candles, and two yellow leaf shaped novelty candles), potpourri and a round 12-inch copper color plate. |
| Distributors › Name | Endar Corp., of Temecula, Calif. |
| Recall Number | 02007 |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers can call Endar Corp. toll-free at (800) 562-9974 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-07-22T00:00:00 |