Pier 1 Imports Recalls Hanging Glass Star Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2014-04-17 · 14149
Hazards
The solder welds on the lantern can melt due to heat from a tea light. This can cause the candle holder to break and expose the flame, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
14149
Date
2014-04-17
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Hanging Glass Star Lanterns
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Retailer(s)
Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and online at www.Pier1.com from August 2013 through February 2014 for between $16 and $20.
Importer(s)
Pier 1 Imports®, of Fort Worth, Texas
Country of manufacture
India
Description
This recall includes Pier 1 Imports' hanging glass star lanterns. The lanterns were sold in the following colors and SKU numbers: amber (SKU 2717349), clear (SKU 2717351) and red (SKU 2724169). The SKU number is printed on a hang tag attached to the lantern. The lantern is a three-dimension star-shape made of gold-toned metal and glass. The lantern measures seven inches wide, seven inches deep and seven inches high. A metal tea light cup sits inside the metal and glass star.