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CPSC recall · Reported September 10, 2003

CPSC, DesignPac Inc. Announce Recall of Easter Oil Lamps

The oil lamp can tip over easily, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
03183
Affected scope
500
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DesignPac Inc., of Northlake, Ill. recalled These lamps are oval glass bottles with purple or pink dots. They are filled with blue or… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, DesignPac Inc. Announce Recall of Easter Oil Lamps was recalled by DesignPac Inc., of Northlake, Ill. in September 10, 2003. Reason: The oil lamp can tip over easily, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Return the oil lamp sets to any Target store for a refund.. Verify recall #03183 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

DesignPac Inc., of Northlake, Ill. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The oil lamp can tip over easily, posing a fire hazard..

Moderate
severity level
500 units
affected scope
September 10, 2003
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03183 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #03183) was formally reported on September 10, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. DesignPac Inc., of Northlake, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 500.

The documented reason for this recall is: The oil lamp can tip over easily, posing a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Return the oil lamp sets to any Target store for a refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

These lamps are oval glass bottles with purple or pink dots. They are filled with blue or pink liquid paraffin. The lamps were sold with bunny-shaped tags identifying them as "hoppy go lucky" oil lamps. Item number 054-03-1843 or 054-03-1844 is printed on the tag. Some of the lamps were sold with round metal disks meant to prevent the lamps from tipping.

Reason for recall

The oil lamp can tip over easily, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Return the oil lamp sets to any 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 Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 03183
Date reported September 10, 2003
Date initiated September 10, 2003
Recalling firm DesignPac Inc., of Northlake, Ill.
Affected scope 500
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

500 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
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

Return the oil lamp sets to any Target store for a refund.

  • Check the recall number (03183) 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?
These lamps are oval glass bottles with purple or pink dots. They are filled with blue or pink liquid paraffin. The lamps were sold with bunny-shaped tags identifying them as "hoppy go lucky" oil lamps. Item number 054-03-1843 or 054-03-1844 is printed on the tag. Some of the lamps were sold with round metal disks meant to prevent the lamps from tipping.. Recalled by DesignPac Inc., of Northlake, Ill.. Units affected: 500.
Why was this product recalled?
The oil lamp can tip over easily, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Return the oil lamp sets to any Target store for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 10, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03183.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (03183) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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