Hair Dryers Recalled By Big Lots Stores, Inc. Due to Electrocution Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #09147
Recall Date
2009-03-11
Manufacturer
Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio
Units Affected
About 31,000
Products Involved
Style Elements Hair Dryers
Hazard
The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Big Lots' stores nationwide from July 2008 through December 2009 for about $12.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Style Elements Cool Shot Turbo hair dryers. The hand-held dryers have a silver body and black handle. Model number 3615T is printed on a label near the on/off switch.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28