Oil Burning Candles Recalled by Target

The glass on these candles can shatter, creating a fire hazard.

Recall #: 00145b
Affected scope: About 16,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled The candles come in two shapes: rectangular and circular. The glass portion of the candle….

Oil Burning Candles Recalled by Target was recalled and listed by the CPSC in July 20, 2000. Reason: The glass on these candles can shatter, creating a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the nearest Targ…. Verify recall #00145b with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The glass on these candles can shatter, creating a fire hazard..

None
agency class: July 20, 2000
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00145b with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The candles come in two shapes: rectangular and circular. The glass portion of the candle is supported by a metal black metal frame. There are two glass pieces that stack on top of each other. The lower glass piece has a reservoir for oil. The top glass piece has an opening for a wick. The circular candle measures 6.25 inches in diameter and the rectangular candle measures 5.5 inches by 13.5 inches. These candles were made in China.

Reason for recall

The glass on these candles can shatter, creating a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store, for a refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	00145b
Date reported	July 20, 2000
Date initiated	July 20, 2000
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 16,000
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store, for a refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The glass on these candles can shatter, creating a fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store, for a refund.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 20, 2000. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 00145b.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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