Wishing Light, Wunschlaterne, Himmelskerze, Glücklaterne

Sky Lantern Recall Summary White sky lanterns sold online in Germany under brand names including Wishing Light, Wunschlaterne, Himmelskerze, and Glücklaterne are being recalled. These lanterns can rise and drift uncontrollably in the wind, potentially landing on flammable materials while still burning and causing fires. The products do not meet safety regulations.

Product
White sky lantern. The fuel for the flame heating the air can be a solid, liquid or gas. Dimensions: 60 × 37 × 37 cm. Product sold online, in particular via kaufland.de and manomano.de. Wishing light, Wunschlaterne, Himmelskerze, Glücklaterne
Reason
The sky lantern ascends in an uncontrolled way and is blown by the wind without control. It may land anywhere when the flame has not yet gone out, come into contact with flammable objects and ignite them, causing a fire. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation.
Classification
Class I
Category
consumer product recall
Country
European Union
Agency
SAFETY-GATE
Recall date
2026-05-15
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
DE
Distribution
Germany

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

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