CPSC Recall in 2016: Yankee Candle Recalls Luminous Candles Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-047

Date: December 08, 2016

Product Name: Luminous Candle Collection

Recall Description:

This recall involves Yankee Candle’s Luminous Collection fragrance candles. The square glass candles contain a fragrant wax with three wicks. The item number is printed on the bottom of glass candle jar. The recalled candles are approximately 4 inches wide by 5 inches high.   Item Number Luminous Collection fragrance 1535651 Sea Salt & Coral 1535890 Blackberry & Sage 1535891 Apple Blossom & Melon 1535892 Sugarcane & Honey 1535893 Pine & Sandalwood 1535894 Cinnamon & Cedar  

Hazard Description:

When the candle is lit, the glass jar can crack, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 31,000 (in addition, about 300 units were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received 16 reports of the glass jar cracking. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Sold exclusively at Yankee Candle stores nationwide and online at www.yankeecandle.com from September 2016 through November 2016 for about $35.

Manufactured In:

Poland