Recalls / 2015-03-11
Urban Outfitters Recalls Teacups Due to Fire Hazard
15095 · Recalled 2015-03-11 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves four styles of "Cheeky" six-ounce ceramic teacups. The cups have floral motifs with gold painted accents and have four "cheeky" phrases, such as "booze" and "more whiskey please," painted on the inside or outside rim of the cup. "Dishwasher Safe," "Microwave Safe" and "Made in China" are printed on the bottom of the cup.
Hazards
The tea cups are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the gold paint accents on the teacups can spark, posing a fire hazard.
Reported injuries
Urban Outfitters has received one report of a teacup sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled teacups and contact Urban Outfitters for instructions on returning the product for a refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Cheeky Teacups | About 11,640 units in the United States and 1,730 in Canada |
Parties
- Importer
- World Us, of Hicksville, New York
- Distributor
- Urban Outfitters Inc., of Philadelphia, Pa.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Urban Outfitters, online at UrbanOutfitters.com
Consumer contact
Urban Outfitters at (800) 282-2200 anytime, or online at www.urbanoutfitters.com and click on "Cheeky Teacup Voluntary Recall" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at service@urbanoutfitters.com.
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Source: CPSC recall 15095. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.