CPSC Recall in 2007: Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 5,700 WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons. The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.Name of Product: WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling IronsUnits: About 5,700Importer/Distributor: Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, TexasHazard: The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: The recalled hairstyling iron is black and measures 9.5 inches long. "CHI" is printed on the iron in red lettering. Date code 0306 or 0507 is embossed on the inside of the paddle.Sold by: Professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160.Manufactured in: South KoreaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the firm to return the product for a full refund or replacement iron. Farouk Systems is directly notifying all distributors and retailers.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Farouk Systems Inc. at (800) 237-9175 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.farouk.com.  

The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.

Refund, Replace

None reported.

Professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160.

South Korea