If you have an old Threshold candle hiding in a closet, flip it over before you light it. Target recalled millions of certain Threshold glass-jar candles in two separate 2023 recalls because the jars could crack or break while burning.
This is not a new 2026 recall. It still matters because candles can sit around for years and recalled ones may still be tucked into gift bins and seasonal decorations.
The number on the bottom is what matters
Not every Threshold candle was recalled. Look for the complete Target item number on the sticker underneath the cooled candle. It will look something like 054-09-1488.
Then compare that entire number with the official lists:
- May 18, 2023 CPSC recall—about 4.9 million candles
- August 10, 2023 CPSC recall—about 2.2 million additional candles
Scent, jar color, and a few matching digits are not enough. The full item number needs to match one on the official list.
What to do with a recalled candle
Stop using it. Target’s stated remedy is a full refund through a store return or a prepaid return label. Target’s recall contact number is 800-440-0680.
Please do not relight it to “use the rest.” Hot wax plus glass that may crack is not the sort of bargain we are trying to squeeze every last penny out of.
