CPSC, Wahl Clipper Corp. Announce Recall of Curling Irons
CPSC recall 04015 · announced October 24, 2003 · Wahl Clipper Corp. Of Sterling, Ill · 6,000 units affected
The product
The recalled curling iron package reads "Duet 2-in-1 Hair Styler with 1-1/2 inch barrel." Two model numbers are involved: 5266-500 (sold in a plastic package) and 5266-500B (sold in a box). The curling irons have a gold and silver handle with gold barrel and silver clamp. The words "Wahl" and "Duet" are on the handle of the curling iron.
The hazard
The electrical insulation in the curling irons may break down, resulting in a possible electric shock and injury to the user.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these curling irons immediately and return them to the place of purchase for an exchange or refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Wahl Clipper Corp. has not received any reports of electric shock or injury related to this product or defect.
Sold at: Wahl Clipper Corp. sold the curling iron for about $20 to $22 in discount stores, drug stores, and online, from May 2003 until September 2003.
Consumer contact: Consumers may contact Wahl Clipper Corp. toll-free at (800) 334-4627 between 7:30 am and 4:30 pm CT Monday through Friday to get details on how to return the product for a free replacement.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.