Illume Recalls Valentine's Day-Themed Ceramic Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores
Recalled 2016-03-02. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 12,300Units
2016-03-02Recall date
YesInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves 14-ounce, white ceramic coffee mugs with "Love Today" printed in gold metallic on the outside of mug. "Microwave Safe" and "Illume" are printed on a removable label on the bottom of the mug.
- The hazard
- The mugs were mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
- Injuries
- Target has received three reports of mugs sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to Target for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Illume for return instructions and a full refund.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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