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(r) 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(r) 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