Recall · CPSC (US)
Target Recalls Children's Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported
Yes. This product was recalled on December 22, 2022 by CPSC (US). Reported hazard: A young child can become entrapped by unzipping and entering the blanket, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation. What to do: 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.
Data updated October 19, 2026 · Source: official CPSC (US) recall data, checked daily
What was recalled
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.
The hazard
CPSC (US) flagged this product for the following risk:
A young child can become entrapped by unzipping and entering the blanket, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation.
What to do
If you own this product, here is the remedy CPSC (US) lists:
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.
Original recall notice: CPSC (US) →
Common questions
Is this product recalled?
Yes. This product was recalled on December 22, 2022 by CPSC (US). Reported hazard: A young child can become entrapped by unzipping and entering the blanket, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
Where can I read the official recall notice?
The original notice is published by CPSC (US) — linked directly from this page.
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