Hair Dryers (National) – electrocution risk (2009)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
National and Sanyo Hand-Held Hair Dryers
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling National and Sanyo Hand-Held Hair Dryers. The hazard is: The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves National and Sanyo hand held hair dryers. The hair dryers are made of plastic and chrome with a fold up handle and were sold in blue, pink, white and black colors. Model numbers EH-5202, EH-5215, EH-5216, EH-7911, EH-7912, or EH-7913 and "National" and "Sanyo" can be found on the hair dryer's blower nozzle or handle.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Immersion protection devices, which prevent electrocution, are required by industry safety standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hair dryers and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or free replacement.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026