Critical Alert
AliExpress Recalls Foldable Travel Hair Dryers Due to Electrocution and Shock Hazards; Sold on AliExpress.com
This recall is associated with reported fatalities. Consumers should take immediate action.
Source: CPSC
CriticalRecall #25209
AliExpress Recalls Foldable Travel Hair Dryers Due to Electrocution and Shock Hazards; Sold on AliExpress.com
AliExpress, of San Mateo, California · Foldable Travel Hair Dryers
Product Description
This recall involves foldable travel hair dryers. The dryers were sold in blue, pink and purple, and have a red switch with three adjustable gears and an air-collecting nozzle. "Guangmei 3858 hair dryer" is printed on the side of the hair dryer.
Hazard
The handheld hair dryers lack an immersion protection device that can cause death or serious injury due to electrocution or shock hazards if it falls into water when plugged in. The hair dryers are in violation of the federal regulations and present a substantial product hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled hair dryers and contact AliExpress to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the hair dryer by cutting the cord and disposing of it. Consumers must send a photo of the destroyed hair dryer to us_product_recall@aliexpress.com or by replying to the recall email sent by AliExpress. AliExpress is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Refund
411 Press Analysis
AliExpress, of San Mateo, California is recalling about 80 of Foldable Travel Hair Dryers following reports of fatalities linked to the product. The CPSC announced this recall on April 3, 2025. The handheld hair dryers lack an immersion protection device that can cause death or serious injury due to electrocution or shock hazards if it falls. This is among the most serious recall classifications issued by the CPSC. Consumers are urged to stop use immediately and obtain a full refund. Anyone who has experienced problems with this product should file a report with the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov in addition to contacting the manufacturer.
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