Illume Recalls Valentine's Day-Themed Ceramic Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores
Recall 16112 · Mar 2, 2016 · Illume
12,300
units affected
12,300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16112
- Date
- Mar 2, 2016
- Company
- Illume
- Units affected
- 12,300
- Product
- Love Today ceramic coffee mugs
- Product type
- Mugs
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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.
What can happen
The mugs were 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 mugs and return them to Target for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Illume for return instructions and a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Target has received three reports of mugs sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Target Stores nationwide and online at www.target.com between December 2015 and January 2016 for about $8.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled love today ceramic coffee mugs?
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.
What is the hazard?
The mugs were 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.