Starbucks Recalls Glass Water Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard
Glass Water Bottles
Date of Recall
2010-01-28CPSC Release Number
10-125Manufactured In
TaiwanCompany Phone Number
(877) 492-6333Units
About 11,000 in the United States and 1,200 in CanadaImporter
Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash.Sold By
Starbucks company-operated stores and at Starbucks locations in Safeway and Target stores nationwide during January 2010 for about $9.Problem/Hazard
The glass water bottle and/or its stopper can shatter when the consumer is removing or inserting the stopper, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received 10 reports of either glass stoppers or water bottles shattering, including eight reports of hand lacerations.Description
This recall involves clear glass water bottles with SKU number 11003503. The 20-ounce water bottles have the words "Glass Water Bottle" printed on a blue label affixed to the bottle.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the glass water bottles and return the product to the Starbucks location where purchased to receive a full refund. Starbucks is also offering a complimentary beverage, of any size, to consumers upon return of the glass water bottles.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Starbucks at (877) 492-6333 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.starbucks.comAssociated Images
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