Wahl Clipper Corp Discovery Channel brand 8-Way Massager with Heat; therapeutic massager; Wahl Clipper Corporation, Sterling, IL 61081, made in China Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Discovery Channel brand 8-Way Massager with Heat; therapeutic massager; Wahl Clipper Corporation, Sterling, IL 61081, made in China
Brand
Wahl Clipper Corp
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Model Number 4196-1
Products Sold
Model Number 4196-1, Date code 054 The model number and date code are molded into the side of the handle of the massager near the on/off switch.
Wahl Clipper Corp is recalling Discovery Channel brand 8-Way Massager with Heat; therapeutic massager; Wahl Clipper Corporation, St due to The housing of the massager's heating applicator attachment may crack during use. If the plastic housing cracks and breaks it could expose the user . Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The housing of the massager's heating applicator attachment may crack during use. If the plastic housing cracks and breaks it could expose the user to live electrical connections and pose a shock hazard.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
In cooperation with Wahl, the Discovery Channel issued a Stop Sales notice on/or about 12/10/2004 throughout its retail chain including fulfillment centers for the website in the U.S. Wahl sent point of purchase 'Safety Recall Notice' posters to each of the Discovery Channel stores where the massagers were sold. The poster informs the consumer of the electric shock hazard with the heat applicator, illustrates how to determine where the lot number is located on the unit, and instructs the consumer to immediately call customer service at 1-800-767-9245 or visit www.wahl.com or www.shopping.discovery.com to request a free replacement heat applicator. The posters will be posted in the stores and on the Wahl and Discovery websites until 5/1/05.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026