CPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns
USCPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns
Recalling Firm: The Wenzel Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The lanterns could produce high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of CO poisoning to consumers if the lantern is used indoors.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-The-Wenzel-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Eddie-Bauer-Propane-Lanterns- |
| Title | CPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/eddie-bauer-lantern.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Eddie Bauer Propane Lantern |
| Hazards › Name | The lanterns could produce high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of CO poisoning to consumers if the lantern is used indoors. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. |
| Products › Name | Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns |
| Products › Type | Lights & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 2029 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 12,300 |
| Recall I D | 2445 |
| Remedies › Name | 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. |
| Retailers › Name | Target stores nationwide, from February 2003 through July 2003, for between $38 and $50. |
| Recall Date | 2003-09-25T00:00:00 |
| Description | 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. |
| Recall Number | 03194 |
| Manufacturers › Name | The Wenzel Co., of St. Louis, Mo. |
| Consumer Contact | Call Wenzel toll-free at (800) 972-3151 anytime, or visit Wenzel's website at www.wenzelco.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-06-27T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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