Your favorite viral water bottle might be a 'burn hazard' – Stanley recalls 2.6 million travel mugs, find out if you're affected

Stanley has issued an urgent recall of their viral travel mugs across North America. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), some Stanley cups were found to have faulty lids, which can shrink when exposed to heat and pressure. This means mug lids can detach while in use, 'posing a burn hazard'.

Stanley has received a total of 91 reports, including 16 in the US, of faulty lids. With 38 known burn injuries, and 11 consumers requiring medical attention, Stanley recommends that 'consumers should immediately stop using the recalled travel mugs and contact Stanley to receive a free replacement lid.'

The Stanley Cups affected are certain models of the Stanley Switchback and Stanley Trigger Action, sold between June 2016 and December 2024 through Amazon, Walmart, Target, and other stores nationwide and online. If you've bought a Stanley travel mug over the past few years, and you're wondering if you're affected, then here's what you need to know.

Stanley recall − what to do now

This recall involves all Stanley Switchback and Trigger Action mugs sold in the United States. These travel mugs were sold in a wide variety of colors and sizes, featuring a Stanley logo on the front and underneath, and came with a polypropylene lid.

If you think you might be affected, turn your Stanley travel mug upside down and check the model number printed on the bottom of the mug. You're looking for one of the following product identification numbers.

Can I get a replacement?

Yes. The CPSC encourages consumers to 'immediately stop using the recalled travel mugs and contact Stanley to receive a free replacement lid, including shipping.'

For now, avoid consuming hot liquids in your Stanley Switchback or Trigger Action. Better yet, refrain from using your travel mug until your replacement lid arrives. If you do experience burns or other injuries from your Stanley Switchback or Trigger Action, contact a medical professional immediately.

Stanley recall – more information

Federal law prohibits any person or business from selling products subject to recall. If you see a Stanley Switchback or Trigger Action travel mug for sale this holiday season, don't be fooled − they're breaking the law. I'll update this page if and when it's safe to buy a Stanley Switchback or Trigger Action again.

You can learn more about the Stanley Switchback and Trigger Action recall on the CPSC site. To search for unsafe products or report a product-related injury, contact www.SaferProducts.gov.