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Dollar Tree Recalls Children's Halloween Lanterns Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Category
Units Affected
682,000
Recall Date
October 28, 2010
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-495.

This recall involves plastic Halloween-themed lanterns designed to resemble a pumpkin, ghost and skull. The lanterns are about 6 1/2 inches tall and were sold in orange, white and black. Model number 954437-13096-003-1005 is printed on the bottom of the lanterns.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Occasions, Deal$ And Dollar Tree Deal$ Stores Nationwide From August 2010 To October 2010 For About $1. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-495.

For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.dollartree.com

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Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Occasions, Deal$ And Dollar Tree Deal$ Stores Nationwide From August 2010 To October 2010 For About $1. Recall FAQ

Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Occasions, Deal$ And Dollar Tree Deal$ Stores Nationwide From August 2010 To October 2010 For About $1. is the subject of a toys recall: Dollar Tree Recalls Children's Halloween Lanterns Due to Fire and Burn Hazards. The notice was published on October 28, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 682,000 units are potentially affected.