CPSC recall 06-512, announced November 28, 2005, covers Starbucks Coffee Ceramic Teapots (about 257 units). The teapots are labeled safe for microwave use, but the handles can become hot in the microwave oven. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the teapots and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the product for a full refund and a $5 Starbucks gift card. Recall contact: call (800) 235-2883.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves 40-ounce white ceramic teapots with bamboo handles. The phrase "Microwave and Dishwasher Safe" is printed on the bottom of each teapot.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The teapots are labeled safe for microwave use, but the handles can become hot in the microwave oven. This poses a possible burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Starbucks has received one report of a teapot handle that overheated in a microwave oven.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the teapots and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the product for a full refund and a $5 Starbucks gift card.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Starbucks Coffee
- Manufacturer
- Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash.
- Product type
- Coffee makers, Electric kettles
- Recall number
- 06-512
- Units
- About 257
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Certain large Starbucks stores nationwide from August 2005 through mid-September 2005 for about $25.
Ceramic Teapots
CPSC product type: Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Starbucks Coffee Customer Relations at (800) 235-2883 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET any day.
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