The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09235·Announced 2009-06-03

Vintage International Recalls National and Sanyo Hair Dryers for Electrocution Risk

Vintage International is recalling about 2,300 National and Sanyo hand-held hair dryers because they lack immersion protection devices, posing an electrocution hazard if they fall into water.

What this means for you

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 (electrocution) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Vintage International Inc. is recalling approximately 2,300 National and Sanyo hand-held hair dryers. The recalled units are made of plastic and chrome with a fold-up handle and were sold in blue, pink, white, and black colors. The specific model numbers involved are EH-5202, EH-5215, EH-5216, EH-7911, EH-7912, and EH-7913. The words "National" and "Sanyo" appear on the hair dryer's blower nozzle or handle.

The recall is being issued because the hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device. This device is required by industry safety standards to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. The absence of this safety feature creates a risk of electrocution for users.

The hair dryers were sold at various retail stores in the Los Angeles area from January 2007 through August 2008 for between $20 and $40. The products were manufactured in Thailand. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hair dryers. They should return the products to the store where they were purchased to receive a full refund or a free replacement. For additional information, consumers can contact Vintage International toll-free at (888) 711-4656 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
National and Sanyo Hand-Held Hair Dryers
Manufacturer
Vintage International Inc., of Hacienda Heights, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Personal Care Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
2,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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