LUS Recalls Hair Dryers Due to Electrocution or Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 20738 · announced April 23, 2020 · Lus Distribution · 2,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves the LUS Dryer & Diffuser. The handheld hair dryers were sold in white, in a box that also contains a diffuser. The hair dryers have the model number HD-LUS01 printed under the back end of the hair dryer. The logos "LUS Brands" and "Love Ur Curls" are located on either side of the back end of the dryer.
The hazard
The hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device, posing an electrocution or shock hazard if the dryer falls into water when plugged in.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the hair dryers. LUS is contacting all known purchasers of the hair dryers and providing a choice of either a full refund of the purchase price or a $175 store credit. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Online at www.lusbrands.com from November 2019 through February 2020 for between $125 and $144.
Consumer contact: LUS at 800-280-1675, by email at support@lusbrands.ca, or online at www.lusbrands.com and click on ‘Safety and Recall Information’ for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.