Starbucks Recalls Coffee Mugs Due To Burn Hazard; Product Manufactured by lab921
CPSC recall 08123 · announced December 6, 2007 · Lab921, Seattle, Wash · 167,000 units affected
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.
The hazard
The plastic handle can detach from the body of the mug when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
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.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Starbucks has received 23 reports of handles detaching from the mug, including nine that resulted in minor burns.
Sold at: 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.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Starbucks at (800) 624-8678 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.starbucks.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.