Kmart Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday Safety Matches

NEWS from CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs

Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 18, 2004
Release #04-138

Kmart Recall Hotline: (866) 562-7848
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Kmart Media Contact: Maria Seyrig (248) 463-7801

CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches

Units: 588 boxes

Distributor: Kmart Corp., of Troy, Mich.

Hazard: These matches may ignite upon impact, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Kmart has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Description: The recalled matches come in a yellow checkered box, with the UPC code – 045774700237 – printed on the back. The matches are 11 inches long.

Sold at: Kmart Stores from January 2004 through March 2004 for about $2.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the matches immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart toll-free at (866) 562-7848 anytime or log on the company's Web site at www.kmart.com

Picture of Recalled Espresso/Cappuccino Maker