CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Pacific Market International, LLC (PMI) Announce Recall of Stanley Vacuum Bottles

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-275

Date: September 20, 2005

Product Name: Stanley thermos bottles

Recall Description:

The recall involves the brushed stainless steel and the green 1-liter and 2-quart bottles, and the 24-oz. wide mouth food jar. The recalled thermos bottles have only two spot welds per handle bracket and contain any of the following date code numbers:C 02, D 02, or A 03.The date code is located on the bottom of the bottles just above the "S" and "Y" on the word "STANLEY."

Hazard Description:

The handle on the thermos bottles can break, causing the vacuum seal to fail and release organic, non-toxic charcoal powder insulation into the air. This can cause consumers to suffer short-term vision problems and temporary breathing problems when they inhale the powder.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Units: About 45,000

Incidents:

PMI has received 654 reports of handles breaking and non-toxic charcoal powder insulation releasing into the air. The firm has received 23 reports of consumers who had difficulty breathing or seeing, and in some cases, began vomiting and coughing. More than 60 of the incidents occurred in trucks or cars creating the potential for impaired vision. There have been 446 reports of property damage.

Sold At:

Wal-Mart, Kmart, Target and other discount department stores nationwide from October 2002 through February 2003 for about $25.

Manufactured In:

Korea and China