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CPSCRecalled Oct 16, 2002 · #03014

CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns

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.

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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."

Product details

Product
Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns
Type
Candles & Candle Holders
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Target stores nationwide sold the Jack-O-Lanterns, from September 2000 through October 2002, for about $5.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the Jack-O-Lanterns and return them to the Target store where purchased for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice