Recalls / 2012-12-04
Home Depot Recalls Homer's All-Purpose Bucket Mug Due to Fire Hazard
13056 · Recalled 2012-12-04 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled product is an orange ceramic mug about 4.5 inches tall with a large vertical cup handle on the side. The mug has the words "The Home Depot," "Homer's All-purpose Bucket" and a cartoon character with a utility bucket on the front. A silver-colored simulated bucket handle is just below the rim. The date "2012" and the words "© Mr. Christmas" and "Made in China" are on the underside of the mug.
Hazards
The silver-colored simulated bucket handle below the rim can spark when used in a microwave oven, posing a fire hazard.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mug and return it to a Home Depot store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Mug | About 3,700 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Mr. Christmas Ltd.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Home Depot stores during October 2012 for about $5.
Consumer contact
Home Depot; toll-free at (877) 527-0313, then select "Other Brands" at the prompt; from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or www.homedepot.com, then click on "Product Recalls."
Source: CPSC recall 13056. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.