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Hair Dryers Recalled by Vintage International Due to Electrocution Hazard

Reported: June 3, 2009 Initiated: June 3, 2009 #09235

Product Description

This recall involves National and Sanyo hand held hair dryers. The hair dryers are made of plastic and chrome with a fold up handle and were sold in blue, pink, white and black colors. Model numbers EH-5202, EH-5215, EH-5216, EH-7911, EH-7912, or EH-7913 and "National" and "Sanyo" can be found on the hair dryer's blower nozzle or handle.

Reason for Recall

The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Immersion protection devices, which prevent electrocution, are required by industry safety standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.

Remedy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves National and Sanyo hand held hair dryers. The hair dryers are made of plastic and chrome with a fold up handle and were sold in blue, pink, white and black colors. Model numbers EH-5202, EH-5215, EH-5216, EH-7911, EH-7912, or EH-7913 and "National" and "Sanyo" can be found on the hair dryer's blower nozzle or handle.. Units affected: About 2,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Immersion protection devices, which prevent electrocution, are required by industry safety standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hair dryers and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 3, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09235.