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Home Depot Recalls Homer's All-Purpose Bucket Mug Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: December 4, 2012 Initiated: December 4, 2012 #13056

Product Description

The recalled product is an orange ceramic mug about 4.5 inches tall with a large vertical cup handle on the side. The mug has the words "The Home Depot," "Homer's All-purpose Bucket" and a cartoon character with a utility bucket on the front. A silver-colored simulated bucket handle is just below the rim. The date "2012" and the words "© Mr. Christmas" and "Made in China" are on the underside of the mug.

Reason for Recall

The silver-colored simulated bucket handle below the rim can spark when used in a microwave oven, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mug and return it to a Home Depot store for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,700
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Home-Depot-Recalls-Homers-All-Purpose-Bucket-Mug-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled product is an orange ceramic mug about 4.5 inches tall with a large vertical cup handle on the side. The mug has the words "The Home Depot," "Homer's All-purpose Bucket" and a cartoon character with a utility bucket on the front. A silver-colored simulated bucket handle is just below the rim. The date "2012" and the words "© Mr. Christmas" and "Made in China" are on the underside of the mug.. Recalled by Mr. Christmas Ltd., of Hong Kong. Units affected: About 3,700.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The silver-colored simulated bucket handle below the rim can spark when used in a microwave oven, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mug and return it to a Home Depot store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 4, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13056.

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