CPSCGeneral Alert
Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Published: December 11, 2007Recall ID: 08124Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled hairstyling iron is black and measures 9.5 inches long. "CHI" is printed on the iron in red lettering. Date code 0306 or 0507 is embossed on the inside of the paddle.
Affected Products
WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Hairstyling-Irons-Recalled-by-Farouk-Systems-Inc-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards |
| Title | Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/44baec706f71499db76b4c5ceda69e92.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Hairstyling Iron |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d6fa86d4c16647f9a14c517468d1a3ce.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Hairstyling Iron |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/1e82be3a50a9483b8c98711f7e18d2f9.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Hairstyling Iron |
| Hazards › Name | The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons |
| Products › Type | Curling/Hair Straightening Irons |
| Products › Category I D | 1903 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 5,700 |
| Recall I D | 4146 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the firm to return the product for a full refund or replacement iron. Farouk Systems is directly notifying all distributors and retailers. |
| Importers › Name | Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, Texas |
| Retailers › Name | Professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160. |
| Recall Date | 2007-12-11T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled hairstyling iron is black and measures 9.5 inches long. "CHI" is printed on the iron in red lettering. Date code 0306 or 0507 is embossed on the inside of the paddle. |
| Recall Number | 08124 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Farouk Systems Inc. at (800) 237-9175 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.farouk.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | South Korea |