Marukyo USA Recall of Hair Dryers

Kuru Kuru Hair Dryers

Date of Recall
2004-06-03

CPSC Release Number
04-150

Manufactured In
Japan.

Company Phone Number
(213) 488-0707

Units
6,100

Manufacturer
National Electric, of Japan

Importer
Marukyo U.S.A. Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.

Sold By
Asian retail stores nationwide between January 2002 and December 2003 for about $27.

Problem/Hazard
These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The recalled Kuru Kuru model hair dryers include the following model numbers: EHP798P, EHP790P, EH724V, and EH725PK. The model name and number can be found on the handle. The recalled units, which come in blue and pink, do not have an immersion protection device at the end of the plug.

Remedy
Consumers should stop using the hair dryers immediately and return them to the store where purchased or to Marukyo U.S.A. Inc. for a refund.

Consumer Contact
Contact Marukyo U.S.A. collect at (213) 488-0707 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or by email at [email protected]

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