CPSC, Wal-Mart Announce Recall of Fabric Lanterns
⚠ 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.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2389.
The cylinder-shaped lanterns are 7½ inches high and 6 inches wide. Beige fabric with red and green floral designs covers the lanterns.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2389.
Return the lanterns to any Wal-Mart store, to receive a refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Wal-mart Stores Nationwide Sold The Lanterns, From December 2002 Through March 2003, For About $7. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- 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-2389.
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
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Wal-mart Stores Nationwide Sold The Lanterns, From December 2002 Through March 2003, For About $7. Recall FAQ
Wal-mart Stores Nationwide Sold The Lanterns, From December 2002 Through March 2003, For About $7. is the subject of a lighting recall: CPSC, Wal-Mart Announce Recall of Fabric Lanterns. The notice was published on May 8, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 64,000 units are potentially affected.