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CPSC recall · Reported April 24, 2003

CPSC, DesignPac Inc. Announce Recall of Oil Lamps

The glass wick holder can shatter when lit, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
03115
Affected scope
37,200
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DesignPac Inc. of Northlake, Ill. recalled The recalled lamps come in two styles: a clear, heart- shaped glass container approximate….

CPSC, DesignPac Inc. Announce Recall of Oil Lamps was recalled by DesignPac Inc. of Northlake, Ill. in April 24, 2003. Reason: The glass wick holder can shatter when lit, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should tightly seal the contents, and return the lamps to any Target store nati…. Verify recall #03115 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

DesignPac Inc. of Northlake, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The glass wick holder can shatter when lit, posing a fire hazard..

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agency class
37K units
affected scope
April 24, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03115 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.

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Product description

The recalled lamps come in two styles: a clear, heart- shaped glass container approximately 6 inches tall called "The Vintage Rose Oil Lamp" and a clear, doorknob-shaped glass container approximately 5 inches tall with heart-shaped beads on the outside called "Love Potion Oil Lamp." Both recalled lamps have an insertable wick with a glass wick holder, which sits on top of the glass container.

Reason for recall

The glass wick holder can shatter when lit, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should tightly seal the contents, and return the lamps to any Target store nationwide 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 03115
Date reported April 24, 2003
Date initiated April 24, 2003
Recalling firm DesignPac Inc. of Northlake, Ill.
Affected scope 37,200
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

37,200 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should tightly seal the contents, and return the lamps to any Target store nationwide for a refund.

  • Check the recall number (03115) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled lamps come in two styles: a clear, heart- shaped glass container approximately 6 inches tall called "The Vintage Rose Oil Lamp" and a clear, doorknob-shaped glass container approximately 5 inches tall with heart-shaped beads on the outside called "Love Potion Oil Lamp." Both recalled lamps have an insertable wick with a glass wick holder, which sits on top of the glass container.. Recalled by DesignPac Inc. of Northlake, Ill.. Units affected: 37,200.
Why was this product recalled?
The glass wick holder can shatter when lit, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should tightly seal the contents, and return the lamps to any Target store nationwide for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 24, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 03115.
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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