The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·07097·Announced 2007-02-07

Conair Recalls Curling Irons for Shock and Electrocution Hazards

Conair is recalling about 322,000 curling irons because the handle can come apart, exposing the line cord and posing a shock or electrocution hazard.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (shock/electrocution) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Conair Corp. of Stamford, Conn. is recalling about 322,000 ceramic, gold-matte finish curling irons. The recall involves irons with a 1, 1¼, or 1½-inch barrel, a metal counter rest, vertically placed ON-OFF buttons, and a heat set dial ranging from 0 to 30. A four-digit date code on the plug prong ranges from November 2005 through July 2006 (e.g., 0706). The name "Conair" is printed on the handle.

The handle of the curling iron can come apart, exposing its line cord, which poses a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled curling irons were sold at discount retailers and drug stores nationwide during January 2006 for about $25. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled curling iron and contact Conair to receive a free replacement. For additional information, contact Conair at (800) 687-6916 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.conair.com/ironrecall.html.

The recalled product

Product
Curling Irons
Manufacturer
Conair Corp., of Stamford, Conn.
Category
Consumer Product — Personal Care Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
322,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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