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LUS Recalls Hair Dryers Due to Electrocution or Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: April 23, 2020 Initiated: April 23, 2020 #20738

Product Description

This recall involves the LUS Dryer & Diffuser. The handheld hair dryers were sold in white, in a box that also contains a diffuser. The hair dryers have the model number HD-LUS01 printed under the back end of the hair dryer. The logos "LUS Brands" and "Love Ur Curls" are located on either side of the back end of the dryer.

Reason for Recall

The hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device, posing an electrocution or shock hazard if the dryer falls into water when plugged in.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the hair dryers. LUS is contacting all known purchasers of the hair dryers and providing a choice of either a full refund of the purchase price or a $175 store credit.

Details

Units Affected
About 2,700 (In addition, about 410 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the LUS Dryer & Diffuser. The handheld hair dryers were sold in white, in a box that also contains a diffuser. The hair dryers have the model number HD-LUS01 printed under the back end of the hair dryer. The logos "LUS Brands" and "Love Ur Curls" are located on either side of the back end of the dryer.. Units affected: About 2,700 (In addition, about 410 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device, posing an electrocution or shock hazard if the dryer falls into water when plugged in.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the hair dryers. LUS is contacting all known purchasers of the hair dryers and providing a choice of either a full refund of the purchase price or a $175 store credit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 23, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20738.