Professional Styler Hair Dryers Recalled Electrocution Risk Cited
USProfessional Styler Hair Dryers Recalled Electrocution Risk Cited
Recalling Firm: MBR Industries, Pomair
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedElectrocution/Electric Shock
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedOCTOBER 1, 1993 Release # 94-001 PRODUCT: Approximately 10,000 "Professional Styler" hair dryers - model 600-53000, sold by MBR Industries Inc. primarily in Florida from 1990 through August 1993. The words "Professional Styler" or "Professional Styler by Pomair" are printed on the nozzle and the model number is embossed on the handle. PROBLEM: The hair dryer contains a device intended to protect the consumer from electrocution in the event that the hair dryer falls into water while in the "power off" position. Thirty-six percent of the hair dryers tested by Commission staff revealed large amounts of current leakage during immersion while the power switches were in the "off" position. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to: Customer Service, P.O. Box 640364, N. Miami, FL 33164. Consumers will receive a full refund of purchase price and postage. For further information call: (305) 769-1000, Monday through Friday, between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, MBR Industries Inc., Miami, FL, is voluntarily recalling the "Professional Styler" hair dryer model 600-53000. The hair dryer contains a protective device intended to prevent electrocution in the event the hair dryer falls into water while in the "off" position. However, 36 percent of the hair dryers tested by Commission staff leaked large amounts of electric current during immersion while in the "off" position. A consumer who attempts to retrieve an immersed dryer in the "off" position may be electrocuted. No incidents have been reported to the firm to date. The hair dryers - "Professional Styler" model 600-53000 - were sold from 1990 through August 1993 primarily in Florida through specialty stores. The words "Professional Styler" or "Professional Styler by Pomair" are printed on the nozzle and the model number is embossed on the handle. Approximately 10,000 products are believed to be in use by consumers.Consumers should stop using affected products and return them to: Customer Service, P.O. Box 640364, N. Miami, FL 33164. for a full refund, including postage. For more information call MBR at (305) 769-1000, Monday through Friday, between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). CPSC is announcing this recall as a part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products
Produits concernés
TranslatedProfessional Styler by Pomair hair dryers; Professional Styler hair dryers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1994/Professional-Styler-Hair-Dryers-Recalled-Electrocution-Risk-Cited |
| Title | Professional Styler Hair Dryers Recalled Electrocution Risk Cited |
| Hazards › Name | Electrocution/Electric Shock |
| Products › 1 › Name | Professional Styler by Pomair hair dryers |
| Products › 2 › Name | Professional Styler hair dryers |
| Products › 2 › Type | Hair Dryers |
| Products › 2 › Category I D | 1982 |
| Recall I D | 5497 |
| Recall Date | 1993-10-01T00:00:00 |
| Description | OCTOBER 1, 1993 Release # 94-001 PRODUCT: Approximately 10,000 "Professional Styler" hair dryers - model 600-53000, sold by MBR Industries Inc. primarily in Florida from 1990 through August 1993. The words "Professional Styler" or "Professional Styler by Pomair" are printed on the nozzle and the model number is embossed on the handle. PROBLEM: The hair dryer contains a device intended to protect the consumer from electrocution in the event that the hair dryer falls into water while in the "power off" position. Thirty-six percent of the hair dryers tested by Commission staff revealed large amounts of current leakage during immersion while the power switches were in the "off" position. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to: Customer Service, P.O. Box 640364, N. Miami, FL 33164. Consumers will receive a full refund of purchase price and postage. For further information call: (305) 769-1000, Monday through Friday, between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, MBR Industries Inc., Miami, FL, is voluntarily recalling the "Professional Styler" hair dryer model 600-53000. The hair dryer contains a protective device intended to prevent electrocution in the event the hair dryer falls into water while in the "off" position. However, 36 percent of the hair dryers tested by Commission staff leaked large amounts of electric current during immersion while in the "off" position. A consumer who attempts to retrieve an immersed dryer in the "off" position may be electrocuted. No incidents have been reported to the firm to date. The hair dryers - "Professional Styler" model 600-53000 - were sold from 1990 through August 1993 primarily in Florida through specialty stores. The words "Professional Styler" or "Professional Styler by Pomair" are printed on the nozzle and the model number is embossed on the handle. Approximately 10,000 products are believed to be in use by consumers.Consumers should stop using affected products and return them to: Customer Service, P.O. Box 640364, N. Miami, FL 33164. for a full refund, including postage. For more information call MBR at (305) 769-1000, Monday through Friday, between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). CPSC is announcing this recall as a part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products |
| Recall Number | 94001 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | MBR Industries |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | Pomair |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-02-09T00:00:00 |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Professional Styler Hair Dryers Recalled Electrocution Risk Cited?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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