Recent Recalls: Wafflizer Waffle Makers, Target Candles, Personal Chillers
Nearly half a million PowerXL Wafflizer waffle makers are being recalled. Hot pieces of the waffle or stuffing can be expelled from the waffle maker during use or upon opening the product, posing a burn risk to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers and contact Empower Brands to receive a free latch adaptor part and written instructions to complete the repair.
This recall involves PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers. The waffle makers were sold in 11 colors including black, white, red, cinnamon, gray, lavender, lemon, ocean, slate, seafoam and sage. The PowerXL logo is located on top of the waffle maker. The product measures approximately 5 inches in diameter (Model ESWM02), or 7 inches in diameter (Model ESWM03). The model numbers and date codes are printed on a tag attached to the power cord, with all date codes included in this recall.
The firm has received 44 reports of incidents including 34 burn injuries with three requiring medical attention.
The waffle makers were sold at: Walmart, Kohls, Big Lots, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Best Buy, The Home Depot, Target, Sam’s Club and other home goods stores nationwide and online at www.QVC.com, www.walmart.com, www.kohls.com and other websites from July 2021 through October 2022 for between $30 and $60.
Threshold Candles Sold at Target
Target is recalling nearly five million candles because the candle’s jar can crack or break during use, posing laceration and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Target store for a full refund or contact Target to receive a prepaid return label to return the candles by mail.
The items numbers include:
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Product Name |
Item Number |
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5.5oz Glass Jar Apple Blossom and Breeze Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-1488 |
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5.5oz Glass Jar Berry Lemonade and Melon Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-6393 |
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5.5oz Glass Jar Coconut Sorbet Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9509 |
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5.5oz Glass Jar Red Mandarin and Guava Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9789 |
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5.5oz Glass Jar Charcoal and Black Teak Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9837 |
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20oz Jar 3-Wick Berry Lemonade and Melon Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-0051 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Charcoal and Black Teak Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-0052 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Peony and Cherry Blossom Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-1217 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Water Mint and Eucalyptus Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-3861 |
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20oz Jar 3-Wick Ashwood and Palo Santo Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-5401 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Soft Cashmere and Lavender Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-6099 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Red Mandarin and Guava Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-6205 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Vanilla Bean and Amber Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-8037 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Cerulean Surf and Sea Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-8523 |
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20oz Jar 3-Wick Coconut Sorbet Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-8621 |
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20oz Glass Jar Warm Cider and Cinnamon Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-8753 |
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20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Apple Blossom and Breeze Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9473 |
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20oz Jar 3-Wick Candle Tangerine Ginger - Threshold™ |
054-09-9926 |
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14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Vetiver and Moss - Threshold™ |
054-09-0185 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Coconut and Honey Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-0458 |
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14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Coconut and Honey - Threshold™ |
054-09-0570 |
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14oz 3-Wicks Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Black Cedar - Threshold™ |
054-09-2433 |
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14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Red Mango and Amber - Threshold™ |
054-09-3560 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Acai Berry and Spruce Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-6389 |
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14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Candle Whiskey & Oak - Threshold™ |
054-09-7215 |
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14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Rose and Cedar Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-7216 |
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14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Candle Vanilla and Bergamot - Threshold™ |
054-09-7217 |
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14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Candle Leather and Embers - Threshold™ |
054-09-7218 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Ocean Air and Moss Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-8292 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Rosemary and Linen Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-8344 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Fir and Suede Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-8910 |
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14oz 3-Wicks Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Coastal Wind and Lavender - Threshold™ |
054-09-8964 |
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14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Rainwater Lily - Threshold™ |
054-09-9132 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Sandalwood and Smoke Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9219 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Eucalyptus and Palm Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9441 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Applewood and Amber Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9550 |
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14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Fennel and Pine Candle - Threshold™ |
054-09-9851 |
Target received 137 reports of the candle jar breaking or cracking during use. Six injuries were reported, including lacerations and severe burns.
Personal Chiller Mini Fridge
Personal Chiller Mini Fridge Gamer Beverage Refrigerators with LED Lights are being recalled. The refrigerator’s power cord can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
The recall involves Personal Chiller Mini Fridge Gamer Beverage Refrigerators with LED Lights. They have a matte black finish exterior, lighted LED door and a remote control that has mood lighting effects. The LED lights were sold in red and blue colors. Model number K1000BK is on the back of the refrigerator. The refrigerators are 15.7 inches tall, 11.7 inches deep and 8.5 inches wide.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled refrigerator and contact Kell Electronic to receive a full refund or a replacement cord. Once unplugged, the firm is asking consumers to use scissors to cut the cord, take a photo of the cut cord then throw the cord away. Consumers will need to submit the photo to the firm to receive the full refund or replacement cord.
The firm has received six reports of the power cord overheating. No injuries have been reported.
The chillers were sold at Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com as well as secondhand stores and websites from September 2022 through January 2023 for about $60.