Product Recall: 5-in-1 Hot Air Styler sold via The Range (2208-0067)

Product recall for 5-in-1 Hot Air Styler sold via The Range identified as presenting a risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: 5-in-1 Hot Air Styler sold via The Range

Hazard: The product presents a risk of electric shock as the mains plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - hair dryer / styler
Barcode 6983450235878
Product description Black and pink electric hair dryer brush and styler set with black power supply cord and plug.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a risk of electric shock as the mains plug does not comply with the dimensional requirements of BS1363. The live and neutral pins are too short and are too close to the edge of the plug. The item is also not labelled with manufacturer or importer details and lacks relevant markings.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users by The Range. The Range have also removed the listing from their platform.

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

Additional information

PSD case number: 2208-0067

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 4 August 2022