Aldi recalls Ambiano Ionic Hairdryer over electric shock risk

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 16:32 · Archive

Aldi has recalled its Ambiano Ionic Hairdryer due to damaged power cords that pose electric shock and fire risks.

Aldi has recalled its Ambiano Ionic Hairdryer after the Office for Product Safety & Standards discovered serious electrical faults. The appliances fail to meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. The power cord can become damaged over time, exposing live electrical parts and causing the unit to overheat or catch fire.

The affected hairdryers were sold across Aldi stores between August and September 2025. The product carries model number 849855, with specific barcodes printed on the underside of each dryer: 4061462195075 for black, 4061462195211 for white, 4061462195310 for yellow, and 4061462195372 for orange.

Customers who bought the styling tool are instructed to stop using it immediately and return it to their nearest Aldi store for a full refund. An Aldi spokesperson said: 'As a precautionary measure, our supplier is recalling the Ambiano Ionic Hairdryer because of a technical fault. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.' An Office for Product Safety & Standards spokesperson confirmed that 'if the user were to touch an accessible live part, they could receive an electric shock'.

How it is being reported

• Urgent Aldi recall as shoppers warned of electric shock risk from hairdryerAldi has issued an urgent recall for Ambiano Ionic Hairdryers over fears of electric shocks and fire risks from damaged cords.Bracknell News · 21 Oct, 15:38
• Urgent Aldi recall as shoppers warned of electric shock risk from hairdryerAldi has issued an urgent recall for Ambiano Ionic Hairdryers over fears of electric shocks and fire risks from damaged cords.Reading Chronicle · 21 Oct, 15:38

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