Safety warning Serious risk 18 February 2022

Coolguy Digital Curling Iron

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Coolguy Digital Curling Iron
Photo: official notice
Affected
Pink and black digital curling iron supplied in black cardboard packaging with Coolguy branding.
The problem
The product presents a risk of burns and fire as the product may overheat and ignite due to inadequate internal construction.
What to do
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – curling iron
Batch Number X001FYL53J
SKU CD-001
Other identifier FBA15FH5KHBCU000011
Country of Origin China
Product description Pink and black digital curling iron supplied in black cardboard packaging with Coolguy branding.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of burns and fire as the conductors’ cross-sectional area in the mains power cord does not meet the minimum required by the standard. The conductors may overheat, causing the product to catch fire and for the user to receive burns.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2202-0167

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 18 February 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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