The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·93001·Announced 1992-10-05

Clairol Recalls Salon Power and Pazazz Hairdryers Due to Plug Defect

Clairol is voluntarily recalling Salon Power and Pazazz hairdryers purchased after January 1, 1992, because plug prongs may break off and cause electric shock.

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 serious injury or electrocution, which fits the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Clairol Appliances is voluntarily recalling certain Salon Power and Pazazz brand hairdryers purchased after January 1, 1992. The affected units are identified by a large circuit breaker plug with a rectangular black test button on the front and the serial number HGW0351 on the back. Up to 130,000 hairdryers with these specific plugs were purchased by consumers. Hairdryers purchased before January 1, 1992, are not affected.

The recall is issued because the prongs of the plug may break off and remain in the electrical outlet. Touching the exposed prongs could result in serious shock injury or electrocution. The source text states that there have been no reports of injury.

Consumers should return the recalled hairdryers, along with the provided form, to Dryer Plug Exchange at 80 Southfield Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902. If a plug breaks and leaves prongs in the socket, consumers should not touch the prongs and should call 1-800-843-3876 for instructions. This number can also be used for general questions about the recall.

The recalled product

Product
Pazazz hairdryers
Manufacturer
Clairol Appliances
Category
Consumer Product — Personal Care Appliances
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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