CPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2445.
The Eddie Bauer lantern, sold exclusively at Target stores, is ocean blue with two mantles. It has a glass globe, electronic ignition, and an extra-large hood and handle. When assembled, the lantern sits on a plastic base that houses the propane fuel cylinder. The "Eddie Bauer" name appears on the front of the product on an oval panel immediately below a black on/off switch. The Wenzel Company produces the lantern under license with Eddie Bauer.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2445.
Consumers should return these lanterns to any Target store or contact The Wenzel Co. for a refund. Consumers should detach the lantern from the propane cylinder and should return only the lantern itself to the Target store.
✅ 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 Target Stores Nationwide, From February 2003 Through July 2003, For Between $38 And $50. 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-2445.
Call Wenzel toll-free at (800) 972-3151 anytime, or visit Wenzel's website at www.wenzelco.com
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Target Stores Nationwide, From February 2003 Through July 2003, For Between $38 And $50. Recall FAQ
Target Stores Nationwide, From February 2003 Through July 2003, For Between $38 And $50. is the subject of a fuel recall: CPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns. The notice was published on September 25, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 12,300 units are potentially affected.