Remington Vortex Ultra hair dryers
Published July 30, 2002
Summary
CPSC records recall 02216, published July 30, 2002. Reported units: About 3,000.
What's the hazard
These hairdryers are not equipped with an appliance leakage current interrupter (ALCI) plug to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water. If dropped in water, the hairdryers pose an electrocution hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately. Owners of the recalled hair dryers will be sent a postage-paid shipping container to return their unit to Remington. Consumers will receive a new 1875-watt Vortex hair dryer with an ALCI plug.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Remington Products Co., LLC, of Bridgeport, Conn.
- Distributor
- The recalled hairdryers were sold nationwide in K-Mart; Sears; Target; Bed, Bath & Beyond; K's Merchandise; Service Merchandise; Eckerd; Army and Air Force Exchanges; and other retailers, from July 2000 through January 2001, for between $18 to $25.
- UPC
- 074590875416
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Remington Vortex Ultra hair dryers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 02216 on July 30, 2002. Reported hazard: These hairdryers are not equipped with an appliance leakage current interrupter (ALCI) plug to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water. If dropped in water, the hairdryers pose an electrocution hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately. Owners of the recalled hair dryers will be sent a postage-paid shipping container to return their unit to Remington. Consumers will receive a new 1875-watt Vortex hair dryer with an ALCI plug.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Remington Products Co., LLC, of Bridgeport, Conn.. UPC: 074590875416.