CPSC Recall in 2016: Laceration Injuries to Children Prompt Starbucks to Recall Stainless Steel Beverage Straws to Provide New Warnings

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-236

Date: August 02, 2016

Product Name: Stainless Steel Straws

Recall Description:

The stainless steel straws are rigid and can poke children in the mouth.

Hazard Description:

The stainless steel straws are rigid and can poke children in the mouth, posing a risk of injury.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

New Instructions

Units: About 2.5 million in the U.S. (in addition, about 301,000 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received three reports of mouth lacerations to young children while drinking.

Sold At:

Starbucks stores nationwide and online at Starbucks.com from June 2012 through June 2016 for about $6 for a set of three straws. The beverage cups with straws were sold for between $11 and $30.

Manufactured In:

China