Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall 08124 · Dec 11, 2007 · Farouk Systems Inc.
5,700
units affected
5,700
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08124
- Date
- Dec 11, 2007
- Company
- Farouk Systems Inc.
- Units affected
- 5,700
- Product
- WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons
- Product type
- Curling/Hair Straightening Irons
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled hairstyling iron is black and measures 9.5 inches long. "CHI" is printed on the iron in red lettering. Date code 0306 or 0507 is embossed on the inside of the paddle.
What can happen
The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the firm to return the product for a full refund or replacement iron. Farouk Systems is directly notifying all distributors and retailers.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled wee chi ceramic hairstyling irons?
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the firm to return the product for a full refund or replacement iron. Farouk Systems is directly notifying all distributors and retailers.
What is the hazard?
The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.