CPSC recall · Reported December 6, 2007
Starbucks Recalls Coffee Mugs Due To Burn Hazard; Product Manufactured by lab921
The plastic handle can detach from the body of the mug when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn hazard to consumers.
lab921, Seattle, Wash. recalled This recall involves two styles of Starbucks 14-ounce Fusion Coffee Mugs. The mugs are wh….
Starbucks Recalls Coffee Mugs Due To Burn Hazard; Product Manufactured by lab921 was recalled by lab921, Seattle, Wash. in December 6, 2007. Reason: The plastic handle can detach from the body of the mug when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn haza…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the mugs and contact Starbucks for instructions o…. Verify recall #08123 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
lab921, Seattle, Wash. issued this CPSC recall-The plastic handle can detach from the body of the mug when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn haza….
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- agency class
- December 6, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08123 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
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.
Reason for recall
The plastic handle can detach from the body of the mug when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08123 |
| Date reported | December 6, 2007 |
| Date initiated | December 6, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | lab921, Seattle, Wash. |
| Affected scope | About 167,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the mugs and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the cups for a full refund. …
- Check the recall number (08123) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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