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December 22, 2022 • Recall #23078

Pillowfort™ Weighted Blankets Recall — Target Corporation, of Minneapolis

Target Recalls Children's Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported

Recall Description

This recall involves Pillowfort Weighted Blankets. The blankets weigh 6 pounds, measure 60 inches long and 40 inches wide and have a removable, waterproof, washable cover. The blankets come in eight prints or colors including unicorn white, space navy, pink, blue, gray, buffalo plaid red, blue constellation, and unicorn pink. Item numbers 097-02-0140 (Unicorn - White), 097-02-0148 (Space Navy), 097-02-0361(Pink), 097-02-0363 (Blue), 097-02-0364 (Gray), 097-02-1603 (Buffalo Plaid - Red), 097-02-3904 (Blue Constellation) and 097-02-3905 (Unicorn - Pink) are printed on the fabric tag attached to the removable covers of the blankets.

Hazards Identified

  • A young child can become entrapped by unzipping and entering the blanket, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation.

Consumer Remedy

  • CPSC and Target are urging consumers to stop using the recalled weighted blankets immediately and contact Target for a refund. Target is also contacting all known purchasers directly to arrange returns. The consumer will receive a refund of $40 in the form of a credit for use at Target stores or online at www.target.com, or the amount on the purchase receipt if higher.

Affected Products

Product NameTypeUnits Affected
Pillowfort™ Weighted BlanketsN/AAbout 204,000
Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Unicorn – White
Recalled Pillowfort Weighted Blanket – Unicorn – White
ManufacturersNot specified
Retailers
Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com. The blankets were sold from December 2018 through September 2022 for $40.

Verify Official Notice

Product recall terms or points of contact can change. Verify instructions directly with the CPSC announcement page.

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