Target Recalls 4.9 Million Candles Over Lacerations, Severe Burns

MINNEAPOLIS — Target is voluntarily recalling 4.9 million candles over laceration and burn hazards, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The recall includes Threshold's 5.5-ounce one-wick, 14-ounce three-wick, and 20-ounce three-wick candles in multiple scents. The candles are sold exclusively by Target.

The Minneapolis-based retail giant said it received 137 reports of the candle jar breaking or cracking during use. Six injuries have been reported so far, including lacerations and severe burns.

Target stores sold the products nationwide and online from August 2019 through March 2023 for between $3 and $20.

Customers are urged to stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Target store for a full refund. Buyers can also contact Target to receive a prepaid return label to return the candles by mail.

The recalled candles and their item numbers include:

• 5.5oz Glass Jar Apple Blossom and Breeze Candle - Threshold 054-09-1488
• 5.5oz Glass Jar Berry Lemonade and Melon Candle - Threshold 054-09-6393
• 5.5oz Glass Jar Coconut Sorbet Candle - Threshold 054-09-9509
• 5.5oz Glass Jar Red Mandarin and Guava Candle - Threshold 054-09-9789
• 5.5oz Glass Jar Charcoal and Black Teak Candle - Threshold 054-09-9837
• 20oz Jar 3-Wick Berry Lemonade and Melon Candle - Threshold 054-09-0051
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Charcoal and Black Teak Candle - Threshold™ 054-09-0052
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Peony and Cherry Blossom Candle - Threshold 054-09-1217
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Water Mint and Eucalyptus Candle - Threshold 054-09-3861
• 20oz Jar 3-Wick Ashwood and Palo Santo Candle - Threshold 054-09-5401
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Soft Cashmere and Lavender Candle - Threshold 054-09-6099
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Red Mandarin and Guava Candle - Threshold 054-09-6205
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Vanilla Bean and Amber Candle - Threshold 054-09-8037
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Cerulean Surf and Sea Candle - Threshold 054-09-8523
• 20oz Jar 3-Wick Coconut Sorbet Candle - Threshold 054-09-8621
• 20oz Glass Jar Warm Cider and Cinnamon Candle - Threshold 054-09-8753
• 20oz Lidded Milky Glass Jar 3-Wick Apple Blossom and Breeze Candle - Threshold 054-09-9473
• 20oz Jar 3-Wick Candle Tangerine Ginger - Threshold 054-09-9926
• 14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Vetiver and Moss - Threshold 054-09-0185
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Coconut and Honey Candle - Threshold 054-09-0458
• 14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Coconut and Honey - Threshold 054-09-0570
• 14oz 3-Wicks Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Black Cedar - Threshold 054-09-2433
• 14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Red Mango and Amber - Threshold 054-09-3560
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Acai Berry and Spruce Candle - Threshold 054-09-6389
• 14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Candle Whiskey & Oak - Threshold 054-09-7215
• 14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Rose and Cedar Candle - Threshold 054-09-7216
• 14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Candle Vanilla and Bergamot - Threshold 054-09-7217
• 14oz Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Candle Leather and Embers - Threshold 054-09-7218
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Ocean Air and Moss Candle - Threshold 054-09-8292
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Rosemary and Linen Candle - Threshold 054-09-8344
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Fir and Suede Candle - Threshold 054-09-8910
• 14oz 3-Wicks Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Coastal Wind and Lavender - Threshold 054-09-8964
• 14oz 3-Wick Milky White Glass Woodwick Candle with Wood Lid and Stamped Logo Rainwater Lily - Threshold 054-09-9132
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Sandalwood and Smoke Candle - Threshold 054-09-9219
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Eucalyptus and Palm Candle - Threshold 054-09-9441
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Applewood and Amber Candle - Threshold 054-09-9550
• 14oz Lidded Amber Glass Jar Crackling Wooden 3-Wick Fennel and Pine Candle - Threshold 054-09-9851

Customers with questions can call Target at daily 800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. central or by visiting the company's website.

Learn more about the recall at the CPSC website.