Style Elements Hair Dryers
Published March 11, 2009
Summary
CPSC records recall 09147, published March 11, 2009. Reported units: About 31,000.
What's 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio
- Distributor
- Big Lots' stores nationwide from July 2008 through December 2009 for about $12.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Style Elements Hair Dryers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 09147 on March 11, 2009. Reported 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 should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio.