One Step Hair Dryer and Styler Hot Air Brush sold via Amazon (ASIN: B09JKNPGLS)
- Affected
- Black and pink electric hair dryer brush and styler with black power supply cord and plug. Supplied in black cardboard packaging with ‘One Step’ branding and white text reading ‘Hair Dryer and Styler’.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of fire, electric shock and burns.
- What to do
- We recommend users stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – hair dryer/styler |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 5250 |
| ASIN | B09JKNPGLS |
| Listing Name | Avtytsda Blow Dryer Hair Brush in One, 4 in Hot Air Curlers Curling Wand Styling Tools & Appliances, Drying Straightening Curling Step and Styler Volumizer |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Black and pink electric hair dryer brush and styler with black power supply cord and plug. Supplied in black cardboard packaging with ‘One Step’ branding and white text reading ‘Hair Dryer and Styler’. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product has been identified as presenting a risk of fire, burns and electric shock due to multiple safety defects. The product’s plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard, presenting an electric shock hazard when plugging it in, or pulling it out of a mains electrical socket. The mains plug was also not fitted with a fuse link conforming to the relevant standard.
Additionally, the product is supplied with an adaptor which allows possible access to live parts, presenting a risk of electric shock. The product also requires improvements to labelling, markings and instructions.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users and listings removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
We recommend users stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0059
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 8 July 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.