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CPSC, Generic Value Products Announce Recall of GVP Hair Straightening Irons

Reported: June 2, 2005 Initiated: June 2, 2005 #05186

Product Description

This hair straightening iron has a black housing with golden-colored ceramic heating plates. "Generic Value Products™" is written on the top of the iron and "GVP™" is written in a white circle on the side of the iron. The iron was packaged in a black and white box with the letters GVP™ in large type in the upper left hand front corner. The SKU is 264800, which is written on the packaging.

Reason for Recall

The heated ceramic plates on these irons can loosen and detach during use, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these irons immediately and return them to any Sally Beauty Supply store for a full refund or exchange for a different straightening iron.

Details

Units Affected
About 20,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Generic-Value-Products-Announce-the-Recall-of-GVP-Hair-Straightening-Irons

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This hair straightening iron has a black housing with golden-colored ceramic heating plates. "Generic Value Products™" is written on the top of the iron and "GVP™" is written in a white circle on the side of the iron. The iron was packaged in a black and white box with the letters GVP™ in large type in the upper left hand front corner. The SKU is 264800, which is written on the packaging.. Recalled by Generic Value Products, of Omaha, Neb.. Units affected: About 20,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The heated ceramic plates on these irons can loosen and detach during use, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these irons immediately and return them to any Sally Beauty Supply store for a full refund or exchange for a different straightening iron.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 2, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05186.

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