The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·99039b·Announced 1998-12-17

Compact Pro portable hairdryers recalled for electrocution risk

Sound-Tech Import is recalling about 360 Compact Pro portable hairdryers due to a risk of electrocution or 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 electrocution or electric shock, which is a risk-of-harm product hazard. Since no injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text, the score is capped at 3 per the rubric for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Sound-Tech Import Inc. of Los Angeles, California, is recalling approximately 360 Compact Pro portable hairdryers. The recall was initiated because the hairdryers pose a risk of electrocution or electric shock to users.

The affected hairdryers were manufactured in China. The source text does not specify the number of injuries or illnesses associated with this recall, nor does it provide specific model numbers or distribution details beyond the importer's location.

Consumers should stop using the recalled hairdryers immediately. The source text does not specify the available remedies or consumer contact information for this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Compact Pro portable hairdryers
Manufacturer
Compact Pro
Category
Consumer Product — Personal Care Appliances
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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