CPSC, Lamplight Farms Inc. Announce Recall of Tiki® Cone Metal Torches Sold at Wal-Mart

The recalled Tiki® Cone Metal Torch is a 6-foot-long outdoor open-flame lamp consisting of a black metal pole topped by a copper-colored, cone-shaped metal head. A black decorative rod spirals around the head of the torch. The torch head includes the fuel reservoir, cover and wick. It was sold under Lamplight Farms model numbers 1263 and 126301 and Wal-Mart item numbers 1656121 and 1691366. Both items were sold with the same UPC number 086861012635, which is located on the bottom of the printed hangtag.. Recalled by Lamplight Farms Inc., a Division of W.C. Bradley Company, of Menomonee Falls, Wis.. Units affected: About 350,000.

The head and cover of these torches can come loose or be dislodged during use, allowing torch fuel to spill. This poses a risk of burn injuries and property damage.

Consumers should immediately stop using these torches and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a refund.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 19, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05227.