CPSC2003-10-24
CPSC, Wahl Clipper Corp. Announce Recall of Curling Irons
Wahl Clipper Corp. of Sterling, Ill.
Hazard
The electrical insulation in the curling irons may break down, resulting in a possible electric shock and injury to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these curling irons immediately and return them to the place of purchase for an exchange or refund.
Sold at
Wahl Clipper Corp. sold the curling iron for about $20 to $22 in discount stores, drug stores, and online, from May 2003 until September 2003.
Affected count
6,000
Injuries reported
Wahl Clipper Corp. has not received any reports of electric shock or injury related to this product or defect.
Manufactured in
China
Products
"Duet 2-in-1 Hair Styler with 1-1/2-inch barrel" curling irons
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact Wahl Clipper Corp. toll-free at (800) 334-4627 between 7:30 am and 4:30 pm CT Monday through Friday to get details on how to return the product for a free replacement.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Wahl-Clipper-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Curling-Irons-Don't want to check this manually?
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