Conair Hair Dryer Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Conair Corporation recalled two lines of hair dryers with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The first recall covered about 291,000 BabylissPro compact hair dryers, announced May 7, 2010. A second recall covered about 570,000 Infiniti Pro 259 and 279 Series hair dryers, announced October 15, 2013. The BabylissPro fan could shatter its shell and cause cuts. The Infiniti Pro coils could short-circuit and project hot pieces, causing burns. Both recalls are completed, closed remedy programs, and Conair continues to offer a free replacement for an affected hair dryer. Owners should stop using it, unplug it, and contact Conair right away.

Latest Conair Hair Dryer Recall Updates

March 31, 2020: Hergert Lawsuit Proceeds in Federal Court

A product-liability lawsuit against Conair Corporation, Hergert v. Conair Corp., proceeded in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois [1]. The case was docketed as No. 1:20-cv-02062 before Judge Robert William Gettleman. Filings name plaintiff Emily Hergert. Attorneys for both sides entered appearances in April 2020, and the case closed on June 26, 2020.

November 4, 2016: Conair and Plaintiffs Reach a Settlement

Conair reached a settlement worth up to $5.4 million in refunds or replacement hair dryers, Law360 reported [2]. The deal covered certified California and New York buyers of Infiniti Pro hair dryers. The case, Czuchaj v. Conair Corp., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California. Court records show its docket closed March 31, 2017 [3].

August 9, 2016: Deadline Passes to Opt Out of Settlement Class

The deadline passed for California and New York class members to exclude themselves from the certified Czuchaj v. Conair Corp. class action, the class notice states [4]. The case alleged defective heating coils and cords. The court had set trial for September 13, 2016, before the case settled that November. Members who stayed in the class remained bound by the later settlement.

October 15, 2013: Conair Recalls Infiniti Pro Hair Dryers

Conair Corporation recalled the Infiniti Pro 259 and 279 Series hair dryers with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, citing about 570,000 affected units [5]. The heater coils inside could overheat and short-circuit, sending small hot pieces out of the barrel. The hazard could cause a burn or fire while the hair dryer was in use.

August 15, 2013: Czuchaj Files Class Action Against Conair

Cynthia Czuchaj filed the original class action against Conair Corporation in the same federal court, docketed as Case No. 3:13-cv-01901. The complaint alleged that defective heating coils and cords in Infiniti Pro hair dryers could short-circuit, spark, or catch fire while in normal use. The case was later assigned to Judge Roger T. Benitez.

May 7, 2010: Conair Recalls BabylissPro Hair Dryers

Conair Corporation recalled the BabylissPro compact hair dryers, about 291,000 units, with the Consumer Product Safety Commission [6]. The spinning fan inside could break loose and strike the plastic shell, posing a laceration hazard.

Which Conair Hair Dryers Are Affected?

Two Conair hair dryer lines were recalled for separate defects. The affected models are:

• BabylissPro 052 Series compact hair dryers, 11 models, sold between 2006 and 2010
• Infiniti Pro by Conair 259 and 279 Series hair dryers, sold between 2010 and 2013
• Infiniti Pro models with Product Code V05692 or V10290 on a white tag on the cord

The BabylissPro model name appears on the plastic shell and its model number is on the handle, while the Infiniti Pro model number is on the back of its handle. Owners can match either number against the recall notice for their model before contacting Conair to request a free replacement unit.

Why Were Conair Hair Dryers Recalled?

The 2010 BabylissPro hair dryers were recalled because a spinning fan inside could break apart and strike the plastic shell, shattering it and posing a laceration hazard. The 2013 Infiniti Pro hair dryers were recalled because their heater coils could short-circuit and project hot pieces from the barrel, posing a burn or fire hazard. The two defects affected different hair dryer lines made years apart, and neither recall was ever reannounced or expanded. Both actions were voluntary recalls that Conair carried out with the CPSC.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

Conair reported the incidents behind each recall to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. For the 2010 BabylissPro recall, the company received 16 reports of the fan breaking. Those reports included one laceration that needed medical care and seven minor cuts. For the 2013 Infiniti Pro recall, Conair received about 19 reports of the heater coil defect. Those reports included one fire and three minor burns that needed medical care. Across both recalls, Conair reported about 35 incidents total, all in the United States. A report does not prove that a specific product caused a specific injury.

What Should Consumers Do?

Consumers with an affected Conair hair dryer should take the following steps:

1. Stop using the hair dryer right away, and unplug it from the wall outlet to prevent further use.
2. Check the model number and Product Code against the numbers listed in the recall notice for your specific hair dryer.
3. Contact Conair for a free replacement: call 800-687-6916 for a 2010 BabylissPro model, or 877-339-2534 for a 2013 Infiniti Pro model.
4. Report any incident involving the hair dryer to the Consumer Product Safety Commission at SaferProducts.gov or 800-638-2772.
5. Keep the hair dryer, its original box, and any receipt until the replacement arrives.

Legal Options

The 2016-2017 class settlement in Czuchaj v. Conair Corp. covered only refund or replacement claims for certified California and New York purchasers of Infiniti Pro hair dryers. Personal-injury and property-damage claims were excluded. Purchasers with those claims may still pursue them individually. In 2020, a separate lawsuit against Conair proceeded and closed in federal court, apart from this recall. A recall or settlement does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation.

Filing Deadlines

Deadlines for a personal-injury or property-damage claim over a defective hair dryer come from each state’s own law and can be short. The deadline depends on where you live and when the injury happened and was discovered. A strong claim can still be lost if that deadline is missed. Anyone considering a claim over a Conair hair dryer should speak with a lawyer promptly to learn the deadline that applies to their circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where Is Conair Corporation Headquartered?

Conair Corporation is headquartered in East Windsor, New Jersey, according to the recall notices filed with the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Conair is the company named as the importer and distributor in both hair dryer recalls.

What Hours Can Consumers Call Conair About a Hair Dryer Recall Claim?

Consumers can call Conair about a hair dryer recall claim only during set hours: the 2010 BabylissPro line takes calls weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern. The 2013 Infiniti Pro line takes calls on a longer schedule that includes weekends.

Is There a Current Lawsuit or MDL Against Conair for Hair Dryers?

There is no current MDL against Conair for hair dryers. The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation’s pending-MDL list does not include Conair or hair dryers. A separate lawsuit against Conair, filed in 2020 and covered above under Legal Options, is not part of any multidistrict case.

Can I Still Get a Free Replacement for a Recalled Conair Hair Dryer?

Yes, you can still get a free replacement for a recalled Conair hair dryer. Neither recall notice lists an expiration date for the free-replacement offer. Consumers can call the phone number printed in their model’s original recall notice to start a claim.

Were Conair Hair Dryers Sold Outside the United States Included in Either Recall?

No, both Conair hair dryer recalls covered only units sold in the United States, per the recall notices. If you bought a Conair hair dryer outside the U.S., the recalls do not apply, though you can still contact Conair with safety questions about your model.

Were All Conair Hair Dryers Recalled?

Not every Conair hair dryer was recalled. Only two specific lines were covered: the BabylissPro 052 Series from 2010 and the Infiniti Pro 259 and 279 Series from 2013. Other Conair hair dryer models were never part of either recall.

References

1. https://www.courtlistener.com/?q=Hergert+v+Conair&type=r
2. https://www.law360.com/articles/860021/conair-settles-flaming-hair-dryer-suit-for-up-to-5-4-m
3. https://www.courtlistener.com/?q=Czuchaj+v+Conair&type=r
4. https://veritaglobal.net/Documents/COZ0001/COZ_NOT_160608.pdf
5. https://news.cision.com/conair-corporation/r/infiniti-pro-hair-dryers–259-279-series–recalled-by-conair-due-to-burn-or-fire-hazard,c9481633
6. https://web.archive.org/web/20230215194837/https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/conair-recalls-babylisspro-compact-hair-dryers-due-to-laceration-hazard