CPSC, Jo-Ann Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Bamboo Torches

The plastic oil canister can melt when the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #: 04564
Affected scope: About 36,000

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

Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio recalled The bamboo torch is made of bamboo and stands about five feet tall. The oil canister is h….

CPSC, Jo-Ann Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Bamboo Torches was recalled by Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio in July 15, 2004. Reason: The plastic oil canister can melt when the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled torch immediately and return it to a Jo-Ann Stor…. Verify recall #04564 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The plastic oil canister can melt when the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard..

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agency class: July 15, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04564 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 bamboo torch is made of bamboo and stands about five feet tall. The oil canister is housed at the top and the bottom has a spiked tip to stick into the ground. The oil canister is removable and has a black metal top with a hole for the wick to stick out. Instructions and warnings for the use of the product are written on the outside of the oil canister.

Reason for recall

The plastic oil canister can melt when the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled torch immediately and return it to a Jo-Ann Store location to receive 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	04564
Date reported	July 15, 2004
Date initiated	July 15, 2004
Recalling firm	Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio
Affected scope	About 36,000
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 the recalled torch immediately and return it to a Jo-Ann Store location to receive a refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The plastic oil canister can melt when the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using the recalled torch immediately and return it to a Jo-Ann Store location to receive a refund.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 15, 2004. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04564.

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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