CPSC Recall in 2018: Michaels Recalls Pottery Wheel Kits Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-159

Date: May 17, 2018

Product Name: Creatology® pottery wheel kits

Recall Description:

This recall involves pottery wheel kits sold under the Michaels private brand Creatology®. The 16-piece kit includes a battery operated pottery wheel, 2 bags of clay, 4 molding tools, 6 paints, 2 paint brushes, and a sponge. The recalled pottery wheel kits are blue and have SKU number 078859 and one of the following UPC codes printed on the barcode on the back of the box.   SKU Number UPC codes 078859 0400100663462, 0042409006603, 0042409006702, 0042409006757, 0069545670017, 0886946767692

Hazard Description:

The battery compartment in the pottery wheel kit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 263,000

Incidents:

The firm has received one report of overheating, and one report of a fire in the battery compartment in the pottery wheel kits. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Exclusively at Michaels stores nationwide and online at www.michaels.com from August 2011 through February 2018 for about $25.

Manufactured In:

China