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Mini Fireplace Candle Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard

Date: May 9, 2006
Company: Running Press Book Publishers, of Philadelphia, Pa.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should stop using this recalled product immediately and return it for a full refund to the place of purchase, or directly to: Running Press, 2300 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, Attn: Fireplace in a Box Safety Recall. Consumers returning the product to Running Press directly must include full names and addresses and can expect to receive a check within four to six weeks.

Affected Products

The recalled Fireplace in a Box kit includes a 2.5-inch high by 2.5-inch wide plastic fireplace that resembles stone masonry with a black mantle, a tea light candle to fit inside the fireplace, and a small booklet "Fireplace in a Box." "Fireplace in a Box," "Mega Mini Kits," and "ISBN 0-7624-1603-3" are printed on the fireplace's packaging.

Why Was This Recalled?

The mini fireplace, which houses the candle, can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Running Press Book Publishers, of Philadelphia, Pa.

Running Press Book Publishers, of Philadelphia, Pa. has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report