CPSC2024-06-20
StyleCraft Recalls Instinct Cordless Hair Clippers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
StyleCraft LLC, of Boca Raton, Florida
Hazard
The lithium-ion battery in the recalled clippers can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and charging the recalled clippers, and visit StyleCraft for instructions to remove the battery and to receive a free battery replacement. Batteries can be replaced by visiting one of StyleCraft's authorized service centers, or by returning the unit to StyleCraft by mail in a pre-paid shipping package. Consumers should dispose of the battery in accordance with local and state regulations.
Sold at
Professional beauty supply stores nationwide and online at www.stylecraftus.com and www.amazon.com from January 2023 through May 2024 for about $250.
Affected count
About 50,000 (In addition, about 1,320 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
StyleCraft has received six reports of the batteries overheating or causing a fire, including one minor burn.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Instinct Professional Vector Motor Cordless Hair Clippers
Consumer contact
StyleCraft toll-free at 888-864-6409 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at CSteam@stylecraftus.com, online at www.stylecraftus.com/recall or www.stylecraftus.com and click on "Recall" at the bottom of the page.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/StyleCraft-Recalls-Instinct-Cordless-Hair-Clippers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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