Cordless Stick Vacuums Recalled by Electrolux Home Care Products Due to Bursting Batteries
CPSC recall 09169 · announced March 26, 2009 · Electrolux Home Care Products · 320,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuums with a detachable hand vacuum and free-standing charger. Units involved in the recall have "VOLTS 9.6V D.C." printed on a serial plate on the underside of the handheld unit, and the following serial numbers: 074000001 through 085100001 and 74000001 through 85100001. EL1000A - Pronto EL1000B - Pronto EL1000BX - Pronto EL1000BZ - Pronto PE1000B - Precision EL1005A - Ergorapido EL1006A - Ergorapido
The hazard
The vacuum's battery can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury to the user and bystanders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Electrolux for a free replacement of the handheld portion which contains the batteries.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Electrolux has received 34 reports of incidents in the U.S. involving damage to the vacuum and surrounding property.
Sold at: Major and independent retailers nationwide from November 2007 through March 2009 for about $100.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Electrolux Home Care Products at (800) 932-1778 between 8 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.stickvacrecall.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.