CPSC, Babyliss Pro Announce Recall of Hairdryers
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2208.
The recalled hairdryers have the model number BAB2002BLX, are rated at 1875 watts, and are pistol-shaped. The model number is printed on the barrel of the hairdryer and a label on the side reads, "BABYLISS 2002BLX." The hairdryer also has a hang tag that reads in part, "FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY, DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR LICENSED COSMETOLOGISTS. THIS UNIT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN ALCI OR GFCI DEVICE...WARNING - KEEP AWAY FROM WATER." These hairdryers were manufactured in China.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2208.
Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately and return them to Babyliss Pro for a free replacement unit with an immersion protection device.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Duane Reede Drug Stores In The Metropolitan New York Area; Metro Beauty In Miami, Fla.; And Bu-ba Beauty In Reseda, Calif. Sold These Hairdryers, Between December 2000 And January 2002, For About $50. These Hairdryers Were Intended For Professional Use, But Could Have Been Sold To Consumers For Personal Use. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2208.
For information on how to return the hairdryer to the company, call Babyliss Pro at (800) 726-4202 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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Duane Reede Drug Stores In The Metropolitan New York Area; Metro Beauty In Miami, Fla.; And Bu-ba Beauty In Reseda, Calif. Sold These Hairdryers, Between December 2000 And January 2002, For About $50. These Hairdryers Were Intended For Professional Use, But Could Have Been Sold To Consumers For Personal Use. Recall FAQ
Duane Reede Drug Stores In The Metropolitan New York Area; Metro Beauty In Miami, Fla.; And Bu-ba Beauty In Reseda, Calif. Sold These Hairdryers, Between December 2000 And January 2002, For About $50. These Hairdryers Were Intended For Professional Use, But Could Have Been Sold To Consumers For Personal Use. is the subject of a children's products recall: CPSC, Babyliss Pro Announce Recall of Hairdryers. The notice was published on August 29, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 23,000 units are potentially affected.