Hair Dryers Recalled By Big Lots Stores, Inc. Due to Electrocution Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-03-11). Hazards: electric shock, fall. Models: 3615T. About 31,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09147 |
| Published | 2009-03-11 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Hair Dryers |
| Products | Style Elements Hair Dryers |
| Firms | Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 31,000 |
| Model numbers | 3615T |
| Hazard classes | electric shock, fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Big Lots' stores nationwide from July 2008 through December 2009 for about $12. |
Description
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.
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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