IKEA · Recalled
IKEA Recalls Glass Mugs Due to Laceration Hazard
The inner walls of the double-walled glasses can break during use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 13,000 (an additional 115,000 were sold outside the U.S., including 3,000 in Canada)
- Reports
- 11
- Injuries
- 4
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $5–$10
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall involves RUND clear glass mugs sold in sizes 4cl, 21cl and 40cl. The mug is handmade of double-walled glass. "Hand Made Quality" is printed on a small transparent sticker on the side of the mug. Article numbers and supplier numbers listed below are located on the package. All sizes were sold in 2-packs. Article and supplier numbers included in the recall are: Mug Size Article Number Supplier Number 4cl 301-551-37 16790 21cl 301-496-79 40cl 501-496-78
The file
- Sold at
- IKEA stores nationwide from October 2009 through March 2010 for between $5 and $10.
- Product type
- Cookware and Tableware
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Incident log
IKEA has received one report of a laceration injury requiring medical attention. Eleven additional incidents have been reported outside of the U.S., resulting in four reports of injuries.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the RUND mugs and bring them back to any IKEA store for a full refund.
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.ikea-usa.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JAN 20 2011; last revised JUL 06 2016.