Recalls / 2003-01-28
CPSC, Tim Hortons Announce Recall of Travel Mugs
03075 · Recalled 2003-01-28 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves 15-ounce stainless steel travel mugs with a black handle and a black lid. The words "Always Fresh Tim Hortons Coffee" are printed on the mug. The distributor's name, "Thermo- Serv®," is stamped on the bottom.
Hazards
The lids on some of the mugs can detach, allowing hot liquid to leak, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
Tim Hortons has received 14 reports of the lids detaching while mugs were filled with hot liquid. One consumer reported hot liquid spilling onto his hand and chest.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these mugs immediately and return the old lids to a Tim Hortons store for a replacement lid as of February 1, 2003. Consumers will also receive a full refund if they return their mug and lid to a Tim Hortons store.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Tim Hortons 15-ounce stainless steel travel mugs | About 6,500 |
Parties
- Distributors
- Tim Hortons of Oakville, Ontario, Canada, Thermo- Serv®, of Dallas, TX
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Tim Hortons stores in New York, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Maine, Canada sold the mugs, from October 2002 through January 2003, for about $15
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Tim Hortons toll-free at (888) 601-1616 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.timhortons.com
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Source: CPSC recall 03075. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.