Home-furnishings retailer Ikea has announced a product recall for one of its most popular-selling mugs.
Ikea said it had received twelve reports worldwide of Rund glass mugs that have broken while being used. In five cases, injuries resulted.
Ikea said that it had begun an investigation after receiving the reports about the mugs and that this had revealed variations in glass thickness.
The retailer said that as a precautionary measure it had decided to recall the product. Customers are asked to bring the mug back to their local store and will be issued a full refund.
The products affected include:
* 30155137 RUND glass mug 4cl 2-pack
* 30149679 RUND glass mug 21cl 2-pack
* 50149678 RUND glass mug 40cl 2-pack
Ikea apologised for any inconvenience the recall may cause.
For further information please contact 0845 358 3364.