Hair Dryers Recalled for Electrocution Hazard
CPSC recall 06217 · announced July 19, 2006 · Style Tronics · 19,300 units affected
The product
The recall involves two models of pistol-type hair dryers: The Monica hair dryer has its model name and number, SW-117, written on the handle. It is made of black plastic and chrome, and the handle folds up. The Turbo 1200 model has model number DS-507 written on the back of the handle. The model name is written on the blower nozzle. They are green and white and green.
The hazard
These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Such electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these hair dryers and contact Style Tronics Inc. for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Independent discount stores nationwide from April 2004 through June 2005 for between $3 and $5.
Consumer contact: Call Style Tronics Inc. toll-free at (888) 266-9272 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.styletronic.net
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.