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🧸 Product FR April 8, 2026

high-power hairdryer sèche-cheveux

le produit manque d'isolation électrique suffisante. l'utilisateur pourrait donc toucher des pièces sous tension accessibles et recevoir un choc électrique.

A high-power hairdryer lacks sufficient electrical insulation, allowing users to touch live parts and risk electric shock.
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This alert was reported 49 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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8 days in total
May 19, 2026 May 27, 2026
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What is this? This is a hairdryer that may not have enough electrical safety protection. Its parts that carry electricity could be touched by the user.

What's happening? The hairdryer’s electrical insulation is not good enough. This means you could get an electric shock if you touch the wrong part.

Does this affect me? If you use this hairdryer in France, you could be at risk of an electric shock.

What should I do? Stop using it right away. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you feel a shock. Return it to where you bought it for a refund or repair.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Type: appareils électriques, outils · Category: appareils électriques, électroménager · Hazard: choc électrique · le produit manque d'isolation électrique suffisante. l'utilisateur pourrait donc toucher des pièces sous tension accessibles et recevoir un choc électrique.

First published
April 8, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/49554/rapex

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What is this product recall alert about?
high-power hairdryer sèche-cheveux. A high-power hairdryer lacks sufficient electrical insulation, allowing users to touch live parts and risk electric shock.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 8, 2026 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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