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Teavana Flip Tumblers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The flip tumblers can leak hot liquid, posing a burn hazard.
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 recalled flip tumblers and contact Starbucks for a mailer label to get a refund in the form of a $45 Starbucks credit.
Who to contact: Starbucks toll-free at (888) 665-0463 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday Through Friday or online at www.starbucks.com and click on "Customer Service" at the bottom of the page and then select "Recall Information" under the Teavana heading.
The product
This recall involves 14 oz. Teavana flip tumblers used for steeping hot tea. The recalled tumblers have a clear plastic cap with a welded black base that screws onto a stainless steel tumbler. The tumblers were sold in black and silver and measure about 10 inches tall by 3 inches in diameter. "Teavana®" is printed on the side of the tumbler.
Details
- Units affected
- About 23,600 (in addition, 1,600 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- April 11, 2017
- Brand
- Starbucks Corporation, dba Teavana, of Seattle, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Teavana has received 12 reports of the tumblers leaking, including one report of a burn injury to a consumer's abdomen.
Teavana stores nationwide and online at Teavana.com from October 2016 through February 2017 for about $40.
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: “Teavana Recalls Flip Tumblers Due to Burn Hazard”
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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