CPSC Recall in 2009: Hair Dryers Recalled by Universalink International Trading Due to Electrocution Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2009.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 09-205

Date: April 28, 2009

Product Name: Special and Narita Hair Dryers

Recall Description:

This recall involves Special (model EX-1800) and Narita (model TE-263) hair dryers. "Special" or "Narita" and the model number are printed on the dryer. The "Special" hair dryers are brown and the "Narita" hair dryers are white and black and fold up.

Hazard Description:

The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Immersion protection devices, which prevent electrocution, are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 3,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Various retail stores in California from June 2003 through October 2008 for about $15.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan