CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2617.
The recalled matches come in a yellow checkered box, with the UPC code - 045774700237 - printed on the back. The matches are 11 inches long.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2617.
Consumers should stop using the matches immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Kmart Stores, From January 2004 Through March 2004, For About $2. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2617.
For additional information, contact Kmart toll-free at (866) 562-7848 anytime or log on the company's website at www.kmart.com
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Kmart Stores, From January 2004 Through March 2004, For About $2. Recall FAQ
Kmart Stores, From January 2004 Through March 2004, For About $2. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches. The notice was published on May 18, 2004 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 588 units are potentially affected.