CPSC recall · Reported February 15, 2001
CPSC, Pebco Inc. Announce Recall of Hairdryers
These hairdryers have undersized wiring, are not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water, and have loose electr…
The CPSC recalled The recalled hair dryers sold under the Pebco and Dubl Duck brand names are identified as….
CPSC, Pebco Inc. Announce Recall of Hairdryers was recalled and listed by the CPSC in February 15, 2001. Reason: These hairdryers have undersized wiring, are not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters to cut off e…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately and return them to the store where…. Verify recall #01084 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-These hairdryers have undersized wiring, are not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters to cut off e….
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- agency class
- February 15, 2001
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01084 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled hair dryers sold under the Pebco and Dubl Duck brand names are identified as the Black Jet 1200, Black Jet 1700, and Pebco 1500 models. The model name is on the air intake grill. A label, on the hairdryer's handle, reads in part, "DO NOT USE/IMMERSE IN WATER...Made in China." The 1200 and 1700 models are black, with gold lettering on the hairdryer; and the 1500 model is white, with purple lettering.
Reason for recall
These hairdryers have undersized wiring, are not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water, and have loose electrical connections. The hairdryers pose an electrocution and fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01084 |
| Date reported | February 15, 2001 |
| Date initiated | February 15, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 22,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (01084) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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