CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Such electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
Hair Dryers Recalled for Electrocution Hazard
The recall involves two models of pistol-type hair dryers: The Monica hair dryer has its model name and number, SW-117, written on the handle. It is made of black plastic and chrome, and the handle folds up. The Turbo 1200 model has model number DS-507 written on the back of the handle. The model name is written on the blower nozzle. They are green and white and green.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these hair dryers and contact Style Tronics Inc. for a full refund.
Contact Information
Call Style Tronics Inc. toll-free at (888) 266-9272 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.styletronic.net
Recall Details
Sold At
Independent discount stores nationwide from April 2004 through June 2005 for between $3 and $5.
Injuries
None reported
Manufacturer
Style Tronics Inc., of Vernon, Calif.
Recall Number
06217
Product Information
Product Name
"Monica" and "Turbo 1200" Hand-Held Hair Dryers
Product Type
Hair Dryers
Number of Units
About 19,300
Manufacturer Name
Style Tronics Inc., of Vernon, Calif.
Manufactured In
China