CPSC Recall in 2002: CPSC, Meijer Announce Recall of Three Tier Tealight Candleholder

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-510

Date: November 19, 2002

Product Name: Three Tier Tealight Candle Holders

Recall Description:

Meijer of Grand Rapids, MI, is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,200 Three Tier Tealight Candle Holders. The holders are constructed of metal and glass disks and are in the shape of a vertical wave pattern. The tea light candles rest behind the glass disks. The holders are purple and black, yellow and white or green and white. Meijer stores located in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois sold the candleholders from May 2002 through October 2002 for about $7.99. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard Description:

The middle candleholder is mounted directly below the top candleholder, which can cause the top candle to overheat and flare. This poses a fire hazard, which can result in a burn injury or property damage.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: Approximately 1,200

Incidents:

There have been two incidents of candles flaring. The incidents did not result in injury or property damage. Meijer is recalling the candleholder to prevent injury or property damage.

Sold At:

Meijer stores located in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois sold the candleholders from May 2002 through October 2002 for about $7.99.

Manufactured In:

China