Big Lots Recalls Tabletop Torches Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Citronella Tabletop Torches |
| Units | About 30,000 |
| Hazards | Once lit, the glass citronella table torches can flare up and emit burning lamp oil onto consumers and property, posing fire and burn hazards. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund. |
Details
This recall involves large and small round tabletop torches that have a wick and burn liquid citronella fuel. The large torches have a steel fuel container covered in multi-colored glass in a mosaic pattern. The large torch measures about 10 inches in diameter, 5 inches high, and weighs about 2 ½ pounds. The small torches have multi-colored glass fuel container with a metal and wire stand. They measure about 5 inches in diameter, 5½ inches high and weigh about one pound. "Table Top Torch distributed by Big Lots, Inc." and item #DC12-21111 (large torch) or Item #DC10-20160 (small torch) is printed on a yellow label on the bottom of the large torch and on a hang tag on the small torch.
Consumer Contact
Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.biglots.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom for more information.
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