What changed: On September 10, 2026, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of about 2,295 Wantefully hair dryer brushes, model XR-8801. The products lack an integrated immersion protection device, creating an electrocution or shock risk if a plugged-in brush enters water, and they can overheat and cause burns. Unplug and stop using a possible match while you verify it. The safest shortcut is to check the packaging for XRUI and model XR-8801 before looking at color alone, because a generic black-and-pink brush can resemble many unrelated products.
What to do now
- Unplug the brush and stop using it immediately.
- Check the top of the package for XRUI and model XR-8801.
- Compare the product and packaging with the official CPSC recall photos.
- Contact Guang Zhou at wantefully@163.com for the refund process.
- Cut the power cord only after the brush is unplugged and the current recall instructions tell you to do so.
Which hair dryer brushes are recalled?
The notice names three listings: Wantefully 2 in 1 Hair Dryer & Styler, One Step Hair Dryer Brush Straightner, and Negative Ion Electric Hot Air Blow Dryer Comb. They are black paddle-style brushes with a striped pink design and pink-tipped bristles, plus three heat settings. The model is XR-8801, and CPSC says both XRUI and the model number appear on top of the packaging.
Appearance alone is not enough. Use the packaging identifiers and CPSC’s official product images, especially if you own another black-and-pink styling brush.
Why CPSC says to stop using it
The brushes do not have the integrated immersion protection device required for this type of handheld hair dryer. If a unit falls into water while it is plugged in, a consumer can be electrocuted or shocked. CPSC also identifies an overheating-related burn hazard.
Do not plug in a suspected unit to test it, even if it has worked normally. A bathroom outlet’s protective features do not replace a safety device required in the appliance itself.
Where and when it was sold
| Detail | CPSC recall information |
|---|---|
| Retailer | Amazon.com |
| Sales period | February through March 2026 |
| Price | About $30 |
| US units | About 2,295 |
| Recall number | 26-754 |
Incident status
Guang Zhou reported one incident in which a brush overheated and melted. No injuries had been reported when CPSC announced the recall on September 10, 2026. The absence of reported injuries does not make continued use safe after a match is identified.
How to request the refund
- Keep the brush unplugged and away from sinks, tubs, and other water.
- Save a screenshot of the Amazon order, the packaging, and a clear photo of the model information if available.
- Email Guang Zhou at wantefully@163.com and follow the current refund instructions.
- CPSC says the company asks consumers to cut the power cord and submit a photo. Do this only with the unit unplugged and only after confirming the current instructions.
- Do not sell, donate, or give away a recalled unit.
If the brush is hot, smoking, or melted
Do not touch a hot or energized appliance. If it is safe to reach the plug without approaching water, smoke, or damaged wiring, disconnect power. Otherwise leave the area and use emergency or fire services as needed. Do not attempt an internal repair or reuse a melted cord or housing.
The practical bottom line
Check the package for XRUI and XR-8801, use the CPSC photos to confirm the match, and keep the brush unplugged while you request the refund. For broader prevention, review the home electrical safety checklist, organize model and order records with the home inventory guide, or browse the Products hub.
Sources
These official references were used for the factual guidance and limits above.
