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Fire / OverheatingAugust 29, 2007CPSC #07572

Sam's Club Recalls Outdoor Torch Lamps Due to Fire, Burn and Laceration Hazards

Product
Lighting
Units affected
138,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recalled oil torch lamp is 6 feet tall, with a green, bowl-shaped, ceramic open-flame lamp that is attached to a brown cast iron pole and stand. A flame snuffer is attached to the lamp by a chain. The lamp and pole can be disconnected from the base and the pole placed directly in the ground. The product was sold as a set of four torches.

Hazard

The ceramic torch head can come loose or be dislodged during use, allowing it to break and spill torch fuel. This poses a risk of cuts, fire or burn injuries and property damage.

Injuries

The firm has received 107 reports of the ceramic torch head separating from its base. There are two reports of injuries, including cuts to the hands of a consumer who was picking up broken pieces, and a child who received a cut to the scalp from a falling torch head and a skin rash from the spilled oil.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Sam's Clubs nationwide from February 2007 through July 2007 for about $60.

Photos

Recalled Ceramic Oil Torch LampTorch Lamp Pole Base
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