Safety warning Medium risk 16 June 2023

Hair straightener/curler with adjustable temperature sold via Wish

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Hair straightener/curler with adjustable temperature sold via Wish
Photo: official notice
Affected
Black ceramic plated hair straightener/curler with black 3 pin-plug. Packaged in a black and yellow box.
The problem
The product presents a risk of electric shock as it does not provide adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts.
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 – Hair Straightener/Curler
Model 915053-WT-05901
Wish ID 1658389469
Country of Origin China
Product Description Black ceramic plated hair straightener/curler with black 3 pin-plug. Packaged in a black and yellow box.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a risk of electric shock as it does not provide adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts. It should only be possible to touch parts that are separated from live parts by double or reinforced insulation. However, when tested, the test probe touched conductive wires isolated by basic insulation only. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

The product does not comply with 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 (Wish).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2207-0219

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and 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 16 June 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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