Hair Dryers Recalled for Electrocution Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #06217
Recall Date
2006-07-19
Manufacturer
Style Tronics Inc., of Vernon, Calif.
Units Affected
About 19,300
Products Involved
"Monica" and "Turbo 1200" Hand-Held Hair Dryers
Hazard
These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Such electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these hair dryers and contact Style Tronics Inc. for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Independent discount stores nationwide from April 2004 through June 2005 for between $3 and $5.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recall involves two models of pistol-type hair dryers: The Monica hair dryer has its model name and number, SW-117, written on the handle. It is made of black plastic and chrome, and the handle folds up. The Turbo 1200 model has model number DS-507 written on the back of the handle. The model name is written on the blower nozzle. They are green and white and green.
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