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Clothing Irons Recalled by Conair Corporation Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled March 31, 2009 · CPSC recall 09173 · Clothing
Hazard
The clothing iron can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled clothing irons and contact Conair to receive a free comparable product.
Units
About 45,000
Incidents / injuries
Conair has received three reports of overheating, including two fires resulting in property damage.
Description
This recall involves Conair clothing irons with model numbers DPP1500, DPP1500R and DPP3500. The model number is printed below the soleplate. No other models are included in this recall.
What to do
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled clothing irons and contact Conair to receive a free comparable product.
Contact
For additional information, contact Conair at (800) 687-6916 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Conair.com
Product
Clothing Irons
Distributed by
Conair Corporation, of Stamford, Conn.
Retailers
Department and retail stores nationwide from July 2004 through October 2008 for about $50.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →