Bio Ionic Curling Irons Recalled Nationwide After Reports of Detaching Barrels and Burns

Approximately 357,000 Bio Ionic One-Inch-Long Barrel Curling Irons are being recalled due to a potential burn hazard, according to a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The defect involves the curling iron’s barrel, which can detach during use, posing a risk of injury to consumers. The company has received 258 reports of the barrel detaching, with six instances resulting in minor burns.

The recall specifically affects model number LXT-CL-1.0 with date codes ranging from 0722 to 1223. These curling irons, manufactured in China and imported by J & D Brush Co., LLC of Commack, New York, feature a black handle and barrel and measure approximately 15.8 inches in length. Consumers can identify the model number on the rating label located on the curling iron’s handle, while the date code is etched onto the plug’s prongs in a month-year format. The product was sold nationwide in salons and beauty supply stores, as well as online at Amazon and Bioionic.com, and through retailers such as Salon Centric, Ulta, Sephora, and Nordstrom, between August 2022 and July 2024. The retail price for the curling iron was approximately $165.

Consumers who own one of the recalled curling irons are strongly advised to immediately stop using the device and unplug it. To receive a free replacement curling iron, individuals must contact Bio Ionic to register. As part of the replacement process, consumers will be instructed to cut off the plug of the recalled curling iron and return it to the company using a prepaid shipping label.

For further assistance or to initiate the recall process, consumers can reach Bio Ionic toll-free at 877-853-9627 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. Alternatively, inquiries can be sent via email to longbarrelsupport@bbicompany.com. Additional information and instructions are also available on the Bio Ionic website at http://www.bioionic.com by clicking on the “Product Recalls” link at the bottom of the page.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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