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Fire / OverheatingOctober 6, 2022CPSC #23002

Target Recalls Tea Kettles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Product
Coffee & Kettles
Units affected
12,800
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia Tea Kettles. The 1.75 Quart (7 cup capacity) stainless steel tea kettles are white and have a copper-colored stainless steel handle with a wooden grip and a white lid with a wooden knob. The inside of the kettles are brushed stainless steel. Item Number 324-03-7894 is printed on the kettle's hang tag. The bottom of the tea kettle is imprinted with the following information: Hearth & Hand WITH MAGNOLIA STAINLESS STEEL 1.75 QUART (7 CUPS) FOOD SAFE HAND WASH ONLY GAS ELECTRIC STOVE INDIA

Hazard

The paint can chip on the bottom of the recalled kettles, posing a fire hazard. In addition, the handle can break and/or the spout can leak, posing a risk of burn injuries.

Injuries

Target has received 27 reports of incidents with the tea kettles which included the kettles leaking, wobbling/moving on the stovetop while in use, the handle grip breaking off, and the paint chipping/melting on the bottom of the kettle. One consumer reported a fire due to the paint chipping off of the bottom of the kettle. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

India

Where it was sold

  • Target stores nationwide and www.target.com from July 2021 through October 2021 for about $35.

Photos

Recalled Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia Tea KettleRecalled Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia Tea Kettle – bottom viewHearth & Hand™ with Magnolia Tea Kettle hang tag with Item Number 324-03-7894
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