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consumer-safety1 year ago

"440,000+ Starbucks-Nestle Mugs Recalled for Burn and Laceration Hazards"

More than 440,000 Starbucks-branded mugs made by Nestle and sold during the winter holidays are being recalled due to a burn and laceration risk. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that the mugs, when microwaved or filled with extremely hot liquid, can overheat or break, causing injuries. Consumers are advised to stop using the mugs and return them for a full refund. Nestle stated that the issue was discovered after being contacted by consumers and is working closely with the safety commission on the recall.

via The Associated Press|
#burn-risk#consumer-safety#laceration-hazard
consumer-safety1 year ago

"Starbucks Recalls 440,000 Cups Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards"

Nestle USA has recalled over 440,000 metallic Starbucks-branded mugs included in a 2023 holiday gift set due to burn and laceration hazards, with 10 reported injuries, including severe burns and blisters. The mugs, sold at major retailers nationwide, can overheat or break when microwaved or filled with extremely hot liquid. Consumers are advised to stop using the mugs and return them for a refund.

via Fox Business|
#burn-hazard#consumer-safety#laceration-hazard
consumer-safety2 years ago

"IKEA's Mirror Recall Widens as Falling Hazard Persists"

IKEA is recalling over 25,000 LETTAN mirrors sold in the U.S. and Canada due to a potential risk of falling and shattering. The plastic fittings that attach the mirror to the wall can break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported so far. Consumers are advised to stop using the mirrors and contact IKEA for free replacement wall fittings or return the mirror for a full refund.

via USA TODAY|
#consumer-product-safety#consumer-safety#ikea
consumer-safety2 years ago

Target recalls 5 million candles over burn and laceration risks.

Target is recalling nearly 5 million of its Threshold-brand candles in glass jars due to the glass breaking or cracking when in use, resulting in laceration and burn hazards. The recall includes 37 different candles sold in Target stores nationwide from August 2019 to March 2023. The Consumer Product Safety Commission received 137 reports of the candle jar breaking or cracking while the candle was lit, resulting in six injuries that included deep cuts and severe burns. Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the affected candles and return them to Target for a full refund or contact the retailer for a prepaid return label.

via CNN|
#burn-hazard#candle-recall#consumer-product-safety-commission
consumer-safety2 years ago

Target Recalls Millions of Candles Over Burn and Laceration Hazards

Target has recalled nearly 5 million of its Threshold candles due to reports of candle jars breaking or cracking during use, which has caused six injuries including lacerations and severe burns. The recall involves three of Target's Threshold candle products, and customers are urged to stop using them immediately and return them to Target for a refund. The candles were sold at Target stores nationwide as well as online from August 2019 through March 2023 for between $3 and $20.

via GMA|
#burn-hazard#candle-recall#consumer-product-safety-commission
consumer-safety2 years ago

Target recalls 5 million candles over burn and laceration concerns.

Target is recalling almost 5 million Threshold-branded glass jar candles sold in multiple sizes and various scents due to laceration and burn hazards. The recall was issued after 137 reports of the candles' jars breaking or cracking during use, resulting in six injuries. Consumers are advised to stop using the candles and return them to any Target store or by mail for a full refund. The recalled products were sold exclusively in Target stores and on the retailer’s website from August 2019 through March 2023.

via ABC News|
#burn-hazard#candle-recall#consumer-product-safety-commission