Target Recalls Camping Combo Packs Because Kids Are Not Meant To Be Roasted On The Campfire

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall of a kid’s camping kit sold at Target over a potential fire hazard.

According to the CPSC, the tent in one model of the Circo Space Combo pack, which includes a children’s tent, sleeping bag, backpack and a headlamp, failed a flammability test and poses a fire hazard.

The tent is green and dark blue with planets, stars and figures printed on it. The packing box has the UPC number: 490911500926, DPCI: 091-15-0092. The DPCI can be found on the front of the packaging, above and to the right of the Circo logo.

The packs were sold exclusively at: Target stores nationwide and online at http://www.target.com from September 2010 through October 2010 for approximately $25.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tents and return them to any Target store for a full refund or store credit.

For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.target.com.

Circo Children’s Camping Combo Pack Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores [CPSC]

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