There have been several consumer recalls over the past couple of days that may affect Deal Seeking Mom readers. Please refer to the links included in each section for more details about the specific recalls:
Yankee Candle Metallic Tapers
General Wax & Candle Co. has announced a recall of Metallic Taper Candles sold exclusively at Yankee Candle stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010. The metallic paint in the candles can ignite, posing a risk of fire. The recalled candles have a price of $1.99 and the UPC code is 609032492687 or 609032492694 that can be found on the candles’ plastic wrapping.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Yankee Candle store or contact General Wax and Candle for a full refund. Contact General Wax and Candle at 800-543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit their website.
Bosch Hammer Drills
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation is recalling approximately 20,000 Bosch Hammer Drills because the affected models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard. In addition, the switch trigger could become stuck in the “on” position posing an injury hazard to the user. For a complete list and description of recalled model numbers, go here. The affected drills were sold in home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide from September 2009 through August 2010 for between $140 and $220.
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return it to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair. You can contact Bosch toll-free at 866-244-2110 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website.
Other Recalls
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
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