CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2004-06-03

CPSC, Marukyo USA Announce Recall of Hair Dryers

04150 · Recalled 2004-06-03 · CPSC page

Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, pink
Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, pink

Description

The recalled Kuru Kuru model hair dryers include the following model numbers: EHP798P, EHP790P, EH724V, and EH725PK. The model name and number can be found on the handle. The recalled units, which come in blue and pink, do not have an immersion protection device at the end of the plug.

Hazards

These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device, to prevent electrocution, if the hair dryer falls into water.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the hair dryers immediately and return them to the store where purchased or to Marukyo U.S.A. Inc. for a refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Kuru Kuru Hair Dryers6,100

Parties

Manufacturer
National Electric
Importer
Marukyo U.S.A. Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Made in
Japan
Sold at
Asian retail, between January 2002, December 2003, for about $27.

Consumer contact

Contact Marukyo U.S.A. collect at (213) 488-0707 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or by email at marukyo@sbcglobal.net

More images

Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, blue
Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, blue
Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, open
Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, open
Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, open
Recalled Kuru Kuru Hair Dryer, open

Source: CPSC recall 04150. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.