Recall of Robert Gordon Coffee Cups - 4 Dogs and a Cat Collection
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The ACCC has recalled specific Robert Gordon coffee cups due to the risk of breaking when filled with hot liquid, potentially causing serious injuries.
What this ACCC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by ACCC on May 13, 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.
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What Happened
The Robert Gordon coffee cup from the 4 Dogs and a Cat collection can break when filled with hot liquid, posing a risk of serious injury.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are the Robert Gordon coffee cups from the 4 Dogs and a Cat collection, available in 5 different designs featuring a cat or dog image. Only cups from batch number 12/25, which were sold on or after 19 March 2026, are affected.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using the affected cups immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Robert Gordon Australia by calling 03 5941 3144, emailing sales@robertgordonaustralia.com, or visiting https://www.robertgordonaustralia.com/.
Why This Matters
This recall addresses the potential for serious injuries from burns and lacerations due to cup breakage, and incidents have occurred, underscoring the importance of product safety in household items.
Source
This information is from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). For more details, visit: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/robert-gordon-coffee-cup-4-dogs-and-a-cat-collection
Original source: ACCC Official Notice ↗
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