Hair Dryers (Remington) – Performance Issue (2002)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Remington Vortex Ultra hair dryers
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
UPC Codes
074590875416
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Remington Vortex Ultra hair dryers. The hazard is: These hairdryers are not equipped with an appliance leakage current interrupter (ALCI) plug to cut o. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The 1600-watt hairdryers have a chrome body, with black speed and heat controls. The model name, "Remington Vortex Ultra," is printed in black on one side of the air intake grill; with the model number, V-1030, and the words, "Do Not Immerse In Water" and "Made in China" printed in silver on the other side. The hairdryers have a UPC number of 0-74590-87541-6, which is located on the packaging box.
Reported concern (CPSC)
These hairdryers are not equipped with an appliance leakage current interrupter (ALCI) plug to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water. If dropped in water, the hairdryers pose an electrocution hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the hairdryers immediately. Owners of the recalled hair dryers will be sent a postage-paid shipping container to return their unit to Remington. Consumers will receive a new 1875-watt Vortex hair dryer with an ALCI plug.
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