Hundreds of Thousands of Starbucks Holiday Mugs Recalled by Nestlé USA

Nestlé USA has issued a recall for hundreds of thousands of Starbucks-branded holiday mugs.

The recall affects a specific batch of mugs that were sold nationwide in the United States.

These mugs were designed to be used for hot beverages, but they have a defect that can cause them to break or shatter unexpectedly.

Consumers who have purchased these mugs are advised to stop using them immediately and return them to Starbucks for a full refund.

Over 440,000 Starbucks-branded holiday mugs have been recalled due to overheating or breaking hazards.

The mugs were included in four gift sets sold at Target, Walmart, and military retail outlets nationwide from November 2023 through January 2024.

Consumers are urged to stop using the mugs immediately.

The recalled mugs were sold in 11-ounce and 16-ounce sizes and came in the following gift sets: Starbucks Holiday Gift Set with 2 Mugs, Starbucks Classic Hot Cocoa and Mug, Starbucks Peppermint and Classic Hot Cocoas and Mug, and Starbucks Holiday Blend Coffee and Mug.

There have been 12 incidents of the mugs overheating or breaking, resulting in 10 injuries, including nine severe burns or blisters on fingers or hands, and one cut on a finger.

Consumers can return the mugs to the place of purchase or contact Nestlé USA for a full refund.

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Nestle USA is recalling over 440,000 Starbucks-branded holiday mugs due to overheating or breaking hazards.

The mugs were sold in 11-ounce and 16-ounce sizes as part of four gift sets, including the Starbucks Holiday Gift Set with 2 Mugs, Starbucks Classic Hot Cocoa and Mug, Starbucks Peppermint and Classic Hot Cocoas and Mug, and Starbucks Holiday Blend Coffee and Mug.

These mugs were sold online and in-store at Target and Walmart, as well as through Nexcom military retail outlets nationwide from November 2023 through January 2024.

There have been 12 incidents of the mugs overheating or breaking, resulting in 10 injuries, including nine severe burns or blisters on fingers or hands, and one cut on a finger.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and either return them to the place of purchase or contact Nestle USA for a full refund.

You can receive a cash or gift card refund when you return the mug to the store where purchased, or a check from Nestle USA when you visit their website and follow the instructions.

Here are the four gift sets that are part of the recall: