CPSC, Atico International Inc. Recall Novelty Mugs
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Atico International Inc.
of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., is recalling about 74,400 Lighted
Magic Faucet mugs and about 22,400 Lighted Magic Fountain
mugs. The novelty mugs' motors could overheat, creating a
potential fire hazard.
Atico and CPSC are not aware of any injuries involving
these mugs. This recall is being conducted to prevent the
possibility of injury.
The clear plastic mugs sit on a black round base. The
base houses the electric motor. When the power is switched
on, water recycles from the base of the mug, up a plastic
tube into the "suspended" faucet (magic faucet) or
"suspended" soda can (magic fountain) and then falls back
into the mug. It appears as though water is coming from the
"suspended" faucet or "suspended" soda can. The mugs also
become illuminated by colored lights when the power is
switched on.
Walgreens and Eckerd Drugs stores nationwide sold the
mugs from April 1996 through January 1997 for about $20.
Consumers should stop using these mugs immediately, and
return the mugs to the store where purchased for a full
refund. If consumers have questions about this recall, they
should call Atico International at (800) 645-3867.