CPSC Recall in 2015: Urban Outfitters Recalls Teacups Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 15-095

Date: March 11, 2015

Product Name: "Cheeky" Teacups

Recall Description:

The four styles of "cheeky" phrase teacups are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the gold paint accents can spark, posing a fire hazard.

Hazard Description:

The tea cups are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the gold paint accents on the teacups can spark, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 11,640 units in the United States and 1,730 in Canada

Incidents:

Urban Outfitters has received one report of a teacup sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Urban Outfitters stores nationwide and online at UrbanOutfitters.com from August 2014 through January 2015 for about $16.

Manufactured In:

China