CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Harry and David Announce Recall of Outdoor Lanterns
Published: February 8, 2002Recall ID: 02521Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The solder attaching the hanger at the top of the lantern may melt from the heat of a candle, causing the lantern to detach from the hanger, posing a fire hazard.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled candle lanterns are approximately 5", 7", and 9" square. They are made of rustproof galvanized steel, lined with glass panels and a hanger at the top. Each lantern has a holder for placing a candle inside the lantern.
Affected Products
Outdoor Lanterns
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Harry-and-David-Announce-Recall-of-Outdoor-Lanterns |
| Title | CPSC, Harry and David Announce Recall of Outdoor Lanterns |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Picture_of_recalled_OutdoorLanterns.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Outdoor Lanterns |
| Hazards › Name | The solder attaching the hanger at the top of the lantern may melt from the heat of a candle, causing the lantern to detach from the hanger, posing a fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | Harry and David has received one report of the hanger detaching from the lantern. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Outdoor Lanterns |
| Products › Type | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products › Category I D | 1872 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 280 |
| Recall I D | 2244 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the lanterns immediately and contact Harry and David to receive a full refund. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall. |
| Retailers › Name | The lanterns were sold as a set of three, nationwide, from September 2001 through November 2001, for about $60. |
| Recall Date | 2002-02-08T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled candle lanterns are approximately 5", 7", and 9" square. They are made of rustproof galvanized steel, lined with glass panels and a hanger at the top. Each lantern has a holder for placing a candle inside the lantern. |
| Distributors › Name | Harry and David, of Medford, Ore. |
| Recall Number | 02521 |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers can contact Harry and David toll free at (800) 547-3033, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for information on how to receive a full refund. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-10-29T00:00:00 |