CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-10-16). Hazards: fire, burn. About 26,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03014 |
| Published | 2002-10-16 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-29 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns |
| Firm named in the title | Target Corp. |
| Firms | Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 26,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Target stores nationwide sold the Jack-O-Lanterns, from September 2000 through October 2002, for about $5. |
Description
The recalled ceramic Jack-O-Lanterns are shaped like a pumpkin and are five inches tall, six inches wide, and three inches deep. The tan colored pumpkins have an opening in the back and a straw ribbon attached to the stem of the Jack-O-Lantern. A label attached to the stem of the pumpkin reads, "OCTOBER HARVEST."
Hazard
The flame of a candle placed inside the Jack-O-Lantern could ignite the straw ribbon on the outside, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the Jack-O-Lanterns and return them to the Target store where purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Target has received two reports of candles causing smoke and heat at the top of the Jack-O-Lantern, though no injuries or property damage has been reported.
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