Stanley is recalling 2.6 million of its popular steel cups over concerns about loose tops that have led to dozens of burns, officials announced Thursday.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a statement that the lawsuit centers on “all Stanley switchback and trigger-action stainless steel travel mugs sold in the United States” from June 2016 to this month. said.
The cups were often sold at Amazon, Walmart, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Target.
The recall includes 12-ounce and 16-ounce switchback models and 12-ounce, 16-ounce, and 20-ounce trigger-action cups, all made in China. The retail price of the cups in question ranged from $20 to $50.
“At Stanley 1913, we are committed to continuous improvement and are committed to developing quality products that last a lifetime,” the Seattle-based company said in a statement.
The company said the affected mug’s “lid came off during use, resulting in 38 burns worldwide (including two burns in the U.S.). Eleven consumers worldwide received medical attention.” The safety committee announced that it has received 91 reports (16 of which were in the United States) stating that there is a need for safety. Said.
Mr Stanley urged customers to contact the company to arrange for a replacement top to be sent to them.
The Stanley Cup is extremely popular and has become the go-to hydration tool for millions of people who want to always have water and other beverages on hand.
The 100-year-old company has grown in recent years, producing tumblers in an endless variety of colors and designs to appeal to more women and younger consumers.
Social media, especially TikTok, has also played a key role in the company’s rapid growth.
A woman was arrested this year in Northern California and accused of stealing 65 Stanley stainless steel drinking cups valued at about $2,500 from Dick’s Sporting Goods in Roseville, authorities said.
