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

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 09-235

Date: June 02, 2009

Product Name: National and Sanyo Hand-Held Hair Dryers

Recall Description:

This recall involves National and Sanyo hand held hair dryers. The hair dryers are made of plastic and chrome with a fold up handle and were sold in blue, pink, white and black colors. Model numbers EH-5202, EH-5215, EH-5216, EH-7911, EH-7912, or EH-7913 and "National" and "Sanyo" can be found on the hair dryer's blower nozzle or handle.

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 safety standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund, Replace

Units: About 2,300

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Various retail stores in the Los Angeles area from January 2007 through August 2008 for between $20 and $40.

Manufactured In:

Thailand