Safety alert: These hair straighteners from TK Maxx are so dangerous!

Safety alert: These hair straighteners from TK Maxx are so dangerous!

Due to serious safety concerns, sales of two Elgetec hair straightener models have been stopped. This recall, initiated by TK Maxx, is in response to the discovery of a potential explosion hazard that could cause serious injury. The affected models are the “Pro Hair Straighteners Salon Iron Platinum Edition” with the EAN 7426978603181 and the “Mini Salon Ceramic Travel Hair Straightener” with the EAN 7426978603198. These devices were sold in TK Maxx branches between January 2019 and December 2022, as on kosmo.at reported.

Important safety measures

Customers are urged to stop using these hair straighteners immediately. TK Maxx recommends unplugging the devices and storing them in a safe place. The return can be made at any TK Maxx branch, whereby the entire purchase price will be refunded even without a receipt. This is part of a preventative measure to ensure consumer safety. The consumer protection association VKI emphasizes the importance of this recall campaign and encourages all affected buyers to act as quickly as possible to avoid possible dangers vienna.at is highlighted.

In addition, TK Maxx has set up a customer hotline that is available to answer questions during normal business hours. Consumers should generally regularly check their electrical devices for possible recalls in order to protect themselves and others from possible dangers.