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Starbucks Coffee Mugs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The plastic handle can detach from the body of the mug when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the mugs and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the cups for a full refund. Starbucks is also offering a free beverage as an incentive to return the recalled mugs.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Starbucks at (800) 624-8678 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.starbucks.com
The product
This recall involves two styles of Starbucks 14-ounce Fusion Coffee Mugs. The mugs are white and have a black plastic handle, and a stainless steel base. The cups have "Starbucks Coffee" printed on a black stamp or a brown original Starbucks logo stamp.
Details
- Units affected
- About 167,000
- Recall date
- December 6, 2007
- Brand
- lab921, Seattle, Wash., Starbucks Coffee Co., of Seattle, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Starbucks has received 23 reports of handles detaching from the mug, including nine that resulted in minor burns.
Mugs with the "Starbucks Coffee" stamp were sold at Starbucks stores nationwide from February 2007 through November 2007 for about $11. Mugs with the original logo stamp were sold only at Starbucks Pike Place store in Seattle, Washington during the same period and for the same price.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Starbucks Recalls Coffee Mugs Due To Burn Hazard; Product Manufactured by lab921”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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