Pier 1 Imports And Michaels Recall Mugs Due To Burn Risk

In two separate recalls, Pier 1 Imports and Michaels are recalling mugs due to burn hazards.

According to WPRI 12, more than 15,000 “chalk note mugs,” sold by Pier 1 Imports, are being recalled because they can shatter when filled with a hot liquid.

No injuries have been reported, but the company has received eight incident reports involving the recalled mugs, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The mugs were sold in the color black, and they are 5.25 inches tall by 5 inches in diameter.

“Stoneware” & “Pier 1 Imports” is printed on the bottom of the mug.

The mugs were sold from March 2016 through April 2017.

Consumers should stop using the mugs and contact Pier 1 Imports for a refund or merchandise credit. Pier 1 Imports can be reached online or at 855-513-5140 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time Saturday; or 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time Sunday.

Also, 27,000 ceramic Mother’s Day travel mugs, sold by Michaels, are being recalled because of a burn risk. According to the CPSC, the lids do not fit securely and liquids can spill out from the mug.

The SKU number for the mug is 508992 with the UPC code 886946619458.

Consumers should return the recalled travel mugs to Michaels for a refund. Michaels can be reached online or at 800-642-4235 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday.