Illume Recalls Valentine's Day-Themed Ceramic Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-03-02). Hazards: fire. About 12,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16112 |
| Published | 2016-03-02 |
| Last updated | 2016-03-02 |
| Product category | Mugs |
| Products | Love Today ceramic coffee mugs |
| Firm named in the title | Illume |
| Firms | Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer); Illume, of Bloomington, Minn. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 12,300 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Target Stores nationwide and online at www.target.com between December 2015 and January 2016 for about $8. |
Description
This recall involves 14-ounce, white ceramic coffee mugs with "Love Today" printed in gold metallic on the outside of mug. "Microwave Safe" and "Illume" are printed on a removable label on the bottom of the mug.
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.
Incidents and injuries
Target has received three reports of mugs sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
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