Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published February 17, 2022
BrushX Hot Air Brushes Recalled: Electrocution Hazard if Plugged in Water
BrushX hot air brushes without waterproof protection can electrocute if plugged into water. Recalled models have a 'not waterproof' symbol near CE mark. Consumers must stop using, destroy, and email proof for free replacement.
The recalled hot air brushes do not have an immersion protection device, posing an electrocution or shock hazard to the user if it falls into water when plugged in.
“BrushX Hot Air Brushes Recalled: Electrocution Hazard if Plugged in Water.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2661-brushx-hot-air-brushes-recalled-electrocution-hazard-if-plugged-in. Based on CPSC recall #9242 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/BrushX-Hot-Air-Brushes-Recalled-Due-to-Electrocution-or-Shock-Hazard-Imported-by-Ecom-Brands-Recall-Alert).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Feb. 17, 2022, that Ecom Brands is recalling BrushX hot air brushes due to an electrocution hazard if the unit falls into water while plugged in. Owners should stop using the products immediately. The agency issued recall number 9242.
How to tell if you have it
BrushX Styler, Dryer & Volumizer (also called BrushX One)
BrushX Gen.2
Black or black/pink color combinations
Units with a "not waterproof" symbol to the left of the CE mark on the rear
Sold online at mybrushx.com from April 2020 through August 2021
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hot air brushes, destroy them by unplugging the unit and then cutting the cord, and email a photo of the destroyed product to BrushX at replacement@mybrushx.com to receive a free, upgraded replacement product. BrushX is contacting all purchasers directly.
The hazard
The recalled hot air brushes do not have an immersion protection device, posing an electrocution or shock hazard to the user if it falls into water when plugged in. According to the CPSC, no incidents or injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show BrushX has had other recent recalls of similar products include Northern Tool Hot Water Pressure Washers Recall: Fire Hazard from Fan Wheel Failure (2026-01-29) and Currey & Company Nottaway Chandeliers Recall: Electrocution Hazard Risk (2026-07-16).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for a 'not waterproof' symbol to the left of the CE mark on the rear of the brush. The recalled models are the BrushX Styler, Dryer & Volumizer (BrushX One) and BrushX Gen.2 hot air brushes, sold in black or black/pink.
Brand
BrushX
Product
Hot Air Brushes
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Now
Immediately stop using the recalled hot air brushes and unplug them.
Destroy the Product
Cut the power cord and ensure the unit is completely unplugged before disposal.
Email Proof for Replacement
Email a photo of the destroyed product to BrushX at replacement@mybrushx.com to receive a free upgraded replacement.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hot air brushes, destroy them by unplugging the unit and then cutting the cord, and email a photo of the destroyed product to BrushX at replacement@mybrushx.com to receive a free, upgraded replacement product. BrushX is contacting all purchasers directly.
Take action
Contact BrushX
We’ve drafted a message you can send BrushX to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 9242 — BrushX Hot Air Brushes Recalled: Electrocution Hazard if Plugged in Water
Hello,
I own a BrushX Hot Air Brushes Recalled: Electrocution Hazard if Plugged in Water that is covered by recall 9242 from BrushX.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hot air brushes, destroy them by unplugging the unit and then cutting the cord, and email a photo of the destroyed product to BrushX at replacement@mybrushx.com to receive a free, upgraded replacement product. BrushX is contacting all purchasers directly.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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