Special and Narita Hair Dryers – Electrocution Hazard (2009)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Special and Narita Hair Dryers
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Special and Narita 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 Special (model EX-1800) and Narita (model TE-263) hair dryers. "Special" or "Narita" and the model number are printed on the dryer. The "Special" hair dryers are brown and the "Narita" hair dryers are white and black and fold up.
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 standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
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