CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Sets
Source: CPSC Recall #04081
Recall Date
2004-02-10
Manufacturer
Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, VA
Units Affected
68,400
Products Involved
Luminessence™ T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder
Hazard
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
Remedy
Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.
Reported Injuries
Dollar Tree received six reports of candles producing excessive flame and/or igniting. Three of these reports involved minor injuries and three involved minor property damage.
Sold At
Dollar Tree, Only One Dollar, Only $1, Dollar Express, and Dollar Bills retail stores nationwide, from September 2003 through October 2003, for $1.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight tea light candles and one glass holder in the shape of a flower. The 1-inch-tall candles were available in either gold or silver. A label affixed to the top of the package containing the recalled candles reads "Luminessence™ candles, 8 T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder, NET WT 3.2 oz (EACH 10G)." The label affixed to the bottom of the package reads, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA."
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28