Target recalls nearly 5 million Threshold candles after severe burns, lacerations reported
Target is recalling almost 5 million candles over laceration and burn hazards, according to a Thursday notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission WASHINGTON -- Target is recalling almost 5 million candles over laceration and burn hazards, according to a Thursday notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall impacts some 4.9 million Threshold-branded glass jar candles sold in multiple sizes and various scents — including water mint and eucalyptus, apple blossom and breeze and warm cider and cinnamon, among others. According to the CPSC notice, Target received 137 reports of the Threshold candles ' jars breaking or cracking during use. Six injuries — which included lacerations and severe burns — were reported . Consumers with the recalled Threshold products should “should immediately stop using” them, Thursday's notice said. The candles can be returned to any Target store or by mail for a full refund. Details on the size, scent and item numb...