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RecallCPSCcpsc-5241ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Hair Dryers Recalled by Universalink International Trading Due to Electrocution Hazard

Category
Units Affected
3,000
Recall Date
April 29, 2009
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Electrical Shock
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5241.

This recall involves Special (model EX-1800) and Narita (model TE-263) hair dryers. "Special" or "Narita" and the model number are printed on the dryer. The "Special" hair dryers are brown and the "Narita" hair dryers are white and black and fold up.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5241.

Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Various Retail Stores In California From June 2003 Through October 2008 For About $15. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. 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-5241.

For additional information, contact Universalink International Trading toll-free at (866) 997-6768 between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at sales@naritausa.com

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Various Retail Stores In California From June 2003 Through October 2008 For About $15. Recall FAQ

Various Retail Stores In California From June 2003 Through October 2008 For About $15. is the subject of an appliances recall: Hair Dryers Recalled by Universalink International Trading Due to Electrocution Hazard. The notice was published on April 29, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,000 units are potentially affected.