Pokémon Pikachu Co-BOLT Teapot Recall
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The Pokémon Pikachu Co-BOLT teapot is recalled after reports of cracking when filled with hot liquid, posing risks of burn injuries and lacerations.
What this ACCC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by ACCC on August 8, 2026 and geographically references Australia. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
Areazine pairs this record with the original agency URL so you can check the primary source before acting. Its related labels are recall, product-safety, accc, Kitchenware and containers.
What Happened
The product does not include a warning label specifying that the maximum safe temperature limit is 90°C. The teapot may crack, break or otherwise fail when filled with hot liquid.
Which Products Are Affected
Blue collectible teapot with Pokémon Pikachu character design.
What You Should Do
Stop using the teapot immediately. Return the product to your nearest EB Games or Zing Pop Culture store for a full refund. To assist with processing your refund quickly, please provide your proof of purchase. If you cannot find your proof of purchase or you have gifted the product to another person, please contact EB Games Customer Service. Contact EB Games at 07 4800 4084 (8am to 4pm Monday to Friday) or customer.service@ebgames.com.au.
Why This Matters
The hazard poses a risk of serious burn injuries and laceration from sharp edges if the teapot cracks or breaks, with incidents of cracking during use reported including one burn injury.
Source
Original source: ACCC Official Notice ↗
Related Product Recalls
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Similar body length
Nearest notices by article body length (1,107 characters here).
Similar severity timing
Same severity (high) notices issued closest in time to August 8, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this ACCC product recall.