Boost The Mood Ceramic Mugs Recalled by Michael Giordano International Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 23228 · Jun 22, 2023 · Michael Giordano International Inc.
26,400
units affected
26,400
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 23228
- Date
- Jun 22, 2023
- Company
- Michael Giordano International Inc.
- Units affected
- 26,400
- Product
- Boost The Mood Ceramic Mugs
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves 10-ounce ceramic mugs in navy blue with a gold metallic handle and "Boost The Mood" in gold lettering. A white round label on the bottom of the mug describes it as "microwave safe." The recalled mugs were sold as part of a promotional set including socks, hand cream and foot cream. Only the mug is affected by this recall.
What can happen
The ceramic mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceramic mugs and contact Michael Giordano International to receive a $10 cash refund for the value of the ceramic mug. Consumers will be directed to dispose of their mugs after successfully registering for the recall.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received one report of a mug smoking while microwaving.
- Sold at
- Exclusively at Ulta Beauty stores nationwide and online at www.ulta.com as part of a promotional set, including socks, hand cream and foot cream from October 2022 through March 2023 for about $16.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled boost the mood ceramic mugs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceramic mugs and contact Michael Giordano International to receive a $10 cash refund for the value of the ceramic mug. Consumers will be directed to dispose of their mugs after successfully registering for the recall.
What is the hazard?
The ceramic mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.