Lee Stafford hair straightener - lee stafford lee's box of tricks — electric shock risk

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock because under certain circumstances, when a force is applied to the hair straightener at a particular angle, the plate securing the mains cable entry can be weakened and break allowing the cable to become detached from the appliance. Two complaints have been received.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

Measures taken

• Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer — Other

Product description

Hair straighteners as part of a hair dryer and hairbrush set, packaged in Lee Stafford branded triangular shaped, black carrier with pink-coloured information collar.