Dollar Tree recalls pumpkin, ghost and skull Halloween lanterns due to fire and burn hazards from overheating bulbs. Affected units sold between 2023-2024.
The bulb in the battery-operated lanterns can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Dollar Tree is recalling pumpkin, ghost, and skull Halloween lanterns because the bulbs can overheat, causing fire or burns. This affects consumers who bought these lanterns between 2023 and 2:2024. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/5862-dollar-tree-recalls-pumpkin-ghost-skull-lanterns-for-fire-and.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/5862-dollar-tree-recalls-pumpkin-ghost-skull-lanterns-for-fire-and · Updated September 23, 2026 · Official notice: CPSC #495
“Dollar Tree Recalls Pumpkin Ghost Skull Lanterns for Fire and Burn Risks.” GovInfoNow, updated September 23, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/5862-dollar-tree-recalls-pumpkin-ghost-skull-lanterns-for-fire-and. Based on CPSC recall 495 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Dollar-Tree-Recalls-Childrens-Halloween-Lanterns-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards).
The bulb in the lanterns can overheat, leading to potential fires or burns. This overheating occurs during normal use, especially if the lantern is left unattended or in a warm environment.
Children and families who bought these lanterns between 2023 and 2024 are most at risk. The hazard is particularly concerning for young children who might handle the lanterns.
Look for lanterns with the model number 954437-13096-003-1005 printed on the bottom. These lanterns are about 6 1/2 inches tall and sold in orange, white, and black.
Contact Dollar Tree for a refund if you own the recalled lanterns.
Refund
No injuries have been reported.
Check for the model number 954437-13096-003-1005 printed on the bottom of the lantern. These lanterns are about 6 1/2 inches tall and sold in orange, white, and black.
Contact Dollar Tree for a refund.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Dollar Tree to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 495 — Dollar Tree Pumpkin, Ghost and Skull Halloween Lanterns Hello, I own a Pumpkin, Ghost and Skull Halloween Lanterns that is covered by recall 495 from Dollar Tree. The official recall notice states: Refund I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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