Hairdryers Recalled by Pacific LA

NEWS from CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 30, 1999
Release # 99-133a
Company Phone Number: (888) 999-1559
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: Kim Dulic, (301) 504-7058

Hairdryers Recalled by Pacific LA

PRODUCT: Hair Dryers - Pacific LA, of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling more than 5,100 portable hairdryers. The recalled hairdryers are both standard and mini or travel hairdryers. They come in various wattages, colors and models. Brand names on some of the hairdryers are "LOGIX" and "TraVeller's." Some were sold with brushes, combs, adapter plugs or travel cases. They are made in China.

Logix and TraVeller's Hair Dryers


PROBLEM: The hairdryers present shock and electrocution hazards because they are not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters to cut off electrical current in case of contact with water.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.

WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using the recalled hairdryers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information, consumers should call Pacific LA at (888) 999-1559 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PDT Monday through Friday or access the company's website at www.pacific-la.com.