Target Issues Recall of Tea Kettles For Fire, Burn Hazard

Target has issued a recall for its Hearth & Hand with Magnolia tea kettles following reports of several issues, which include chipping paint that can pose a fire hazard.

Issued on Oct. 6 by the retailer and the Consumer Products Safety Commission, the recall also covers other issues including the kettles’ handle that can break and a potentially leaky spout, both of which can cause burn injuries.

The recall involves 1.75 quart (seven cup capacity) stainless steel tea kettles that are white and have a copper-colored stainless steel handle with a wooden grip and a white lid with a wooden knob. The inside of the kettles are brushed stainless steel. Item Number 324-03-7894 is printed on the kettle’s hang tag. 

Priced at $35, the kettles were sold at Target stores nationwide and on Target.com from July 2021 through October 2021. The kettles were manufactured by Wazir Chand and Co Pvt. Ltd, of Moradabad, India.

Target has received 27 reports of incidents with the tea kettles that included the kettles leaking, wobbling/moving on the stovetop while in use, the handle grip breaking off, and the paint chipping/melting on the bottom of the kettle. One consumer reported a fire due to the paint chipping off the bottom of the kettle. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tea kettles and return them to any Target store for a full refund or contact Target to receive a prepaid return label to return the tea kettle by mail