Hair Dryers Recalled By Big Lots Stores, Inc. Due to Electrocution Hazard
CPSC recall 09147 · announced March 11, 2009 · Big Lots Stores · 31,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Style Elements Cool Shot Turbo hair dryers. The hand-held dryers have a silver body and black handle. Model number 3615T is printed on a label near the on/off switch.
The hazard
The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Big Lots' stores nationwide from July 2008 through December 2009 for about $12.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.biglots.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.