CPSC, Pebco Inc. Announce Recall of Hairdryers
USCPSC, Pebco Inc. Announce Recall of Hairdryers
Reason for Recall / Hazard
These hairdryers have undersized wiring, are not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water, and have loose electrical connections. The hairdryers pose an electrocution and fire hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled hair dryers sold under the Pebco and Dubl Duck brand names are identified as the Black Jet 1200, Black Jet 1700, and Pebco 1500 models. The model name is on the air intake grill. A label, on the hairdryer's handle, reads in part, "DO NOT USE/IMMERSE IN WATER...Made in China." The 1200 and 1700 models are black, with gold lettering on the hairdryer; and the 1500 model is white, with purple lettering.
Affected Products
Black Jet 1200, Black Jet 1700, and Pebco 1500 model hairdryers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Pebco-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Hairdryers |
| Title | CPSC, Pebco Inc. Announce Recall of Hairdryers |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pebco-hairdryers.jpeg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled hairdryers |
| Hazards › Name | These hairdryers have undersized wiring, are not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water, and have loose electrical connections. The hairdryers pose an electrocution and fire hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | CPSC and Pebco have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. |
| Products › Name | Black Jet 1200, Black Jet 1700, and Pebco 1500 model hairdryers |
| Products › Type | Hair Dryers |
| Products › Category I D | 1982 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 22,500 |
| Recall I D | 453 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Pebco Inc., of Congers, N.Y. |
| Retailers › Name | Beauty Salons and hair care stores nationwide sold the hairdryers, from March 1999 through December 2000, for between $25 and $30. |
| Recall Date | 2001-02-15T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled hair dryers sold under the Pebco and Dubl Duck brand names are identified as the Black Jet 1200, Black Jet 1700, and Pebco 1500 models. The model name is on the air intake grill. A label, on the hairdryer's handle, reads in part, "DO NOT USE/IMMERSE IN WATER...Made in China." The 1200 and 1700 models are black, with gold lettering on the hairdryer; and the 1500 model is white, with purple lettering. |
| Recall Number | 01084 |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, call Pebco Inc. toll-free at (888) 391-0900 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-01-22T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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