CPSC Recall in 2001: CPSC, Oriental Trading Company Announce Recall of Coconut Bamboo Torches

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2001.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 02-501

Date: October 14, 2001

Product Name: Coconut Bamboo Torches

Recall Description:

PRODUCT: Bamboo Torches - Oriental Trading Company of Omaha, NE is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,180 Coconut Bamboo Torches sold through its mail order catalog. The Coconut Bamboo Torch was item No. 34/483. The 54" outdoor luau torch, consists of a hollowed-out coconut shell atop a bamboo pole. The lamps were shipped in cardboard boxes on which the code, type of lamp, and "Made in Philippines" is written. The torches were sold nationwide from May 2001 through July 2001 for about $9.00.PROBLEM: When the torch container is filled with oil, the oil may spill and burn a consumer if the torch is used improperly, moved or jostled during use.INCIDENTS/INJURIES: No injuries have been reported.WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using the recalled Coconut Bamboo Torch immediately and contact Oriental Trading Company toll-free at (800) 723-6155, 24 hours a day, for information on how to receive a refund.Oriental Trading Company will notify consumers directly about this recall.

Hazard Description:

When the torch container is filled with oil, the oil may spill and burn a consumer if the torch is used improperly, moved or jostled during use.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: Approximately 1,180

Incidents:

No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

The torches were sold nationwide through Oriental Trading Company's mail order catalog from May 2001 through July 2001 for about $9.00.

Manufactured In:

Philippines