Recalls / 2003-05-08
CPSC, Wal-Mart Announce Recall of Fabric Lanterns
03123 · Recalled 2003-05-08 · CPSC page
Description
The cylinder-shaped lanterns are 7½ inches high and 6 inches wide. Beige fabric with red and green floral designs covers the lanterns.
Hazards
The fabric is not flame retardant and can be ignited by the lantern's votive candle, posing a fire hazard.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Return the lanterns to any Wal-Mart store, to receive a refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric Lanterns | 64,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart sold the lanterns, from December 2002 through March 2003, for about $7.
Consumer contact
Call Wal-Mart toll-free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at https://www.walmart.com
Source: CPSC recall 03123. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.