CPSC recall · Reported August 8, 2013
Big Lots Recalls Tabletop Torches Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Once lit, the glass citronella table torches can flare up and emit burning lamp oil onto consumers and property, posing fire and burn hazards.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves large and small round tabletop torches that have a wick and burn liq….
Big Lots Recalls Tabletop Torches Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 8, 2013. Reason: Once lit, the glass citronella table torches can flare up and emit burning lamp oil onto consumers and proper…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Big L…. Verify recall #13260 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-Once lit, the glass citronella table torches can flare up and emit burning lamp oil onto consumers and proper….
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- agency class
- August 8, 2013
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13260 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
This recall involves large and small round tabletop torches that have a wick and burn liquid citronella fuel. The large torches have a steel fuel container covered in multi-colored glass in a mosaic pattern. The large torch measures about 10 inches in diameter, 5 inches high, and weighs about 2 ½ pounds. The small torches have multi-colored glass fuel container with a metal and wire stand. They measure about 5 inches in diameter, 5½ inches high and weigh about one pound. "Table Top Torch distributed by Big Lots, Inc." and item #DC12-21111 (large torch) or Item #DC10-20160 (small torch) is printed on a yellow label on the bottom of the large torch and on a hang tag on the small torch.
Reason for recall
Once lit, the glass citronella table torches can flare up and emit burning lamp oil onto consumers and property, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13260 |
| Date reported | August 8, 2013 |
| Date initiated | August 8, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 30,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (13260) 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.
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