Monogram Beverage Mugs Recalled by Tri-Vista Designs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Kirkland's
CPSC recall 15161 · announced June 11, 2015 · Tri-vista Designs · 10,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves 16-ounce white ceramic beverage mugs with metallic gold accents. A monogram letter A, B, C, D, E, G, H, J, K, L, M, R, S or T is printed in gold on the mug. A sticker on the bottom of the mug has "UPC# 698617673962," "SKU# 138837" and "Retail: $6.99."
The hazard
If used in the microwave, the metallic mugs can spark, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs in the microwave, and return them to any Kirkland's store for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received one report of a mug that began to spark while in the microwave. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Kirkland's stores nationwide from March 2015 to May 2015 for about $7.
Consumer contact: Tri-Vista Designs toll-free at (870) 446-5126 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.trivistadesigns.com click on "Recall Notice" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.