Product Recall Number: 08-124
Why was WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons recalled?
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.
Product Recall Number: 08-124
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2007-12-10
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 5,700 WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons. 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.Name of Product: WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling IronsUnits: About 5,700Importer/Distributor: Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, TexasHazard: 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.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: 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.Sold by: Professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160.Manufactured in: South KoreaRemedy: 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.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Farouk Systems Inc. at (800) 237-9175 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.farouk.com.
Hazard Description: 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.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund, Replace
Units: About 5,700
Incidents: None reported.
Remedy: 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.
Sold At: Professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160.
Importers: Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, Texas
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, Texas
Manufactured In: South Korea
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed