Hair Dryers Recalled By Big Lots Stores, Inc. Due to Electrocution Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-03-11 · 09147
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
09147
Date
2009-03-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Style Elements Hair Dryers
Companies
Retailer(s)
Big Lots' stores nationwide from July 2008 through December 2009 for about $12.
Importer(s)
Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio
Country of manufacture
China
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.