CPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer
CPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns
Why was CPSC, The Wenzel Co. Announce Recall of Eddie Bauer recalled?
The lanterns could produce high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of CO poisoning to consumers if the lantern is used indoors.
What should I do if I have this product?
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. Contact: Call Wenzel toll-free at (800) 972-3151 anytime, or visit Wenzel's website at www.wenzelco.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Eddie Bauer Propane Lanterns
- Company
- The Wenzel Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
- Quantity
- 12,300
- Sold at
- Target stores nationwide, from February 2003 through July 2003, for between $38 and $50.
- Recall date
- September 25, 2003
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product 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.