Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2002-08-29T00:00:00
Product: Babyliss Hair Dryers
Company: Duane Reede Drug Stores in the metropolitan New York area; Metro Beauty in Miami, Fla.; and Bu-Ba Beauty in Reseda, Calif. sold these hairdryers, between December 2000 and January 2002, for about $50. These hairdryers were intended for professional use, but could have been sold to consumers for personal use.
Hazard: The hairdryers do not have an immersion protection device on the power cord and could present a serious electrocution hazard, if exposed to water.
Description: The recalled hairdryers have the model number BAB2002BLX, are rated at 1875 watts, and are pistol-shaped. The model number is printed on the barrel of the hairdryer and a label on the side reads, "BABYLISS 2002BLX." The hairdryer also has a hang tag that reads in part, "FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY, DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR LICENSED COSMETOLOGISTS. THIS UNIT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN ALCI OR GFCI DEVICE…WARNING – KEEP AWAY FROM WATER." These hairdryers were manufactured in China.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately and return them to Babyliss Pro for a free replacement unit with an immersion protection device.
Incidents / Injuries: CPSC and Babyliss Pro have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Recall Number: 02238
Product Type: Other Children’s Product
Hazard Type: Other Safety Hazard