Target Recalls Children's Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported
USTarget Recalls Children's Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedA young child can become entrapped by unzipping and entering the blanket, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedThis recall involves Pillowfort Weighted Blankets. The blankets weigh 6 pounds, measure 60 inches long and 40 inches wide and have a removable, waterproof, washable cover. The blankets come in eight prints or colors including unicorn white, space navy, pink, blue, gray, buffalo plaid red, blue constellation, and unicorn pink. Item numbers 097-02-0140 (Unicorn - White), 097-02-0148 (Space Navy), 097-02-0361(Pink), 097-02-0363 (Blue), 097-02-0364 (Gray), 097-02-1603 (Buffalo Plaid - Red), 097-02-3904 (Blue Constellation) and 097-02-3905 (Unicorn - Pink) are printed on the fabric tag attached to the removable covers of the blankets.
Produits concernés
TranslatedPillowfort™ Weighted Blankets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Target-Recalls-Childrens-Pillowfort-Weighted-Blankets-Due-to-Asphyxiation-Hazard-Two-Fatalities-Reported |
| Title | Target Recalls Children's Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/WeightedBlanketUnicornWhite.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Unicorn – White |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketSpaceNavy_0.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Space Navy |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketPink_0.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Pink |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketBlue.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Blue |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketGray.png |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Gray |
| Images › 6 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketBuffaloPlaidRed_0.png |
| Images › 6 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Buffalo Plaid – Red |
| Images › 7 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketBlueConstellation_0.png |
| Images › 7 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Blue Constellation |
| Images › 8 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketUnicornPink_0.png |
| Images › 8 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Unicorn – Pink |
| Images › 9 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledPillowfortWeightedBlanketlabellocatedontheremovablecover_0.png |
| Images › 9 › Caption | Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket label located on the removable cover |
| Hazards › Name | A young child can become entrapped by unzipping and entering the blanket, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation. |
| Injuries › Name | A 4-year-old girl and a 6-year-old girl reportedly became entrapped in the cover of the weighted blanket and died due to asphyxia at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina in April 2022. Target has received four reports of children becoming entrapped in these weighted blankets, including the two fatalities. |
| Products › Name | Pillowfort™ Weighted Blankets |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 204,000 |
| Recall I D | 9485 |
| Remedies › Name | CPSC and Target are urging consumers to stop using the recalled weighted blankets immediately and contact Target for a refund. Target is also contacting all known purchasers directly to arrange returns. The consumer will receive a refund of $40 in the form of a credit for use at Target stores or online at www.target.com, or the amount on the purchase receipt if higher. |
| Importers › Name | Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| Retailers › Name | Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com. The blankets were sold from December 2018 through September 2022 for $40. |
| Recall Date | 2022-12-22T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Pillowfort Weighted Blankets. The blankets weigh 6 pounds, measure 60 inches long and 40 inches wide and have a removable, waterproof, washable cover. The blankets come in eight prints or colors including unicorn white, space navy, pink, blue, gray, buffalo plaid red, blue constellation, and unicorn pink. Item numbers 097-02-0140 (Unicorn - White), 097-02-0148 (Space Navy), 097-02-0361(Pink), 097-02-0363 (Blue), 097-02-0364 (Gray), 097-02-1603 (Buffalo Plaid - Red), 097-02-3904 (Blue Constellation) and 097-02-3905 (Unicorn - Pink) are printed on the fabric tag attached to the removable covers of the blankets. |
| Recall Number | 23078 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Contact Target at 800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT daily to receive a prepaid return label to return the blankets by mail or return to any Target store. Go online at https://help.target.com/help/RedirectArticleToDetail?articleId=kA95d000000sY5c&clickSearchVar=Search+Results&searchQuery=Recalled%3A%20Target%20Childrens%20Pillowfort%20Weighted%20Blankets&articleTitle=Target+Childrens+Pillowfort+Weighted+Blankets or www.target.com and click on "Recall Information", then on "Home Goods" for more information. Consumers can also click the "Products Recalls" tab on Target's Facebook page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2022-12-22T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Target Recalls Children's Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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