CPSC2002-10-16
CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
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.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide sold the Jack-O-Lanterns, from September 2000 through October 2002, for about $5.
Affected count
About 26,000
Injuries reported
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.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns
Consumer contact
For more information, call Target at (800) 440-0680 anytime or log on to the company's website at www.target.com
Official notice
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