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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2001-03-21

CPSC, Remington Products Co., LLC Announce Recall of Hairdryers

Is my product affected?

Remington Vortex Ultra hairdryers

  • Brand Remington Products Co., LLC, of Bridgeport, Conn.
  • UPC 074590875416

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Remington Products Co., LLC is recalling its Vortex Ultra hairdryers (model V-1030) because they lack an appliance leakage current interrupter plug (ALCI plug) that would shut off electrical power if the device contacts water. If dropped in water, these hairdryers can cause electrocution. The recalled hairdryers are 1600-watt models with a chrome body, black speed and heat controls, and the model name printed in black on the air intake grill.

According to the recall, consumers should immediately stop using these hairdryers and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Alternatively, consumers can mail the hairdryers to Remington Products Co., LLC at 60 Main St., Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604, and the company will reimburse shipping costs. Consumers should indicate whether they want a full refund or a replacement hairdryer that includes an ALCI plug.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

These hairdryers are not equipped with an appliance leakage current interrupter plug (ALCI plug) to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water. If dropped in water, the hairdryers pose an electrocution hazard to consumers.

What should I do?

Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers also can mail the hairdryers to Remington Products Co., LLC, 60 Main St., Bridgeport, Conn. 06604. Consumers will be reimbursed the cost of shipping and should indicate whether they prefer a full refund or replacement hairdryer (which includes an ALCI plug).

Details from the source

The 1600-watt hairdryers have a chrome body, with black speed and heat controls. The model name, "Remington Vortex Ultra," is printed in black on one side of the air intake grill; with the model number, V-1030, and the words, "Do Not Immerse In Water" and "Made in China" printed in silver on the other side. The hairdryers have a UPC number of 0-74590- 87541-6, which is located on the packaging box.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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