CPSC2016-03-02
Illume Recalls Valentine's Day-Themed Ceramic Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard
The mugs were mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to Target for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Illume for return instructions and a full refund.
Sold at
Target Stores nationwide and online at www.target.com between December 2015 and January 2016 for about $8.
Affected count
About 12,300
Injuries reported
Target has received three reports of mugs sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Love Today ceramic coffee mugs
Consumer contact
Illume toll-free at 888-245-5863 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.illumecandles.com, and click on the "Recall Information" button for more information. Target Customer Service at 800-440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.target.com and click on the "Product Recalls" link on the bottom of the homepage under the "Help" section. Consumers can also visit the Target Facebook page and click on Recall Tab for additional information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Illume-Recalls-Valentines-Day-Themed-Ceramic-MugsDon't want to check this manually?
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