Moderate Recalled June 10, 2010 About 12,000 units Updated May 23, 2014

Dritz Electric Scissors Recalled by Prym Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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The hazard

The electric scissors can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Incidents reported: Prym Consumer USA has received two reports of the electric scissors igniting causing minor property damage.

What to do now

Return the scissors to store where purchased or mail directly to Prym Consumer USA for a refund. If mailing to Prym, please include the product, your complete name, mailing address and phone number in the package and mail to Prym Consumer USA Recall Center, 950 Brisack Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303.

Contact: For additional information, contact the firm at 800-255-7796 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET, by e-mail at customer.service@prym-consumer-usa.com or on the firm's website at www.prym-consumer-usa.com

About this recall

The electric scissors are white and blue, about 10" long and include an AC adaptor. "Dritz" is written on the handle on the blue grip.

Product photos

Recalled Scissors
Recalled Scissors

Photos: U.S. CPSC