Ballard Designs Inc. Recalls Potted Candles for Fire Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 06-573 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- August 14, 2006
- Brand
- Ballard Designs
- Category
- Candles and household goods
- Products
- Toulon Potted Candles
- Hazard
- Fire and burn hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Units
- About 775 candles and candle sets
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- August 14, 2024
What was recalled
This recall involves Toulon potted candles that were sold individually and as a set. The larger, citronella-scented single candles were sold in cream, green and terracotta. Candles sold as a set include four smaller candles with cream or green pots and were sold in citronella and unscented. Item numbers involved in the recall are AW058 (single) and AW057 (set). The pots have a raised floral and garland design.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Toulon Potted Candles · About 775 candles and candle sets units
Photos from the recall notice

Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Ballard Designs' Web site and through its toll-free number from May 2006 through June 2006 for about $35 for set of four candles and $69 for the large candle.; Ballard Designs Inc., of Atlanta, Ga..
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should contact Ballard Designs at (800) 367-2810 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ballarddesigns.com
Recall history and context
Ballard Designs appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 166 recalls in the candles and household goods category, 33 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Toulon Potted Candles (About 775 candles and candle sets units). This recall involves Toulon potted candles that were sold individually and as a set.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and burn hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and discard them. Consumers should contact Ballard Designs for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Direct notices from Ballard Designs are being sent to consumers with the recalled candles.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on August 14, 2024. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.