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CPSC, Tim Hortons Announce Recall of Travel Mugs

Recalled January 28, 2003 · CPSC recall 03075 · Tim Hortons

Recalled Tim Hortons 15-ounce stainless steel travel mugBottom of Recalled Travel Mug
Hazard
The lids on some of the mugs can detach, allowing hot liquid to leak, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
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.
Units
About 6,500
Incidents / 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.

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.

What to do

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.

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

Product
Tim Hortons 15-ounce stainless steel travel mugs
Distributed by
Tim Hortons of Oakville, Ontario, Canada · Thermo- Serv®, of Dallas, TX
Retailers
Tim Hortons stores in New York, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Maine and Canada sold the mugs, from October 2002 through January 2003, for about $15
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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