Hoover Recalls Upright Vacuum Cleaners Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
CPSC recall 10248 · announced May 27, 2010 · Hoover · 108,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Hoover® WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright vacuum cleaners with the cord rewind feature. This feature enables the cord to wind inside the vacuum for storage. The following model numbers and manufacturing codes are included in the recall. Model Numbers UH70110 UH70120 UH70200 UH70205 UH70210 Manufacturing code ends with H09A I09A J09A K09A. Vacuums with the manufacturing code K09A followed by a green dot are not included in this recall. Vacuum cleaners with the cord rewind feature sold after November 2009 and with any other manufacturing code are not included in this recall. The model number and manufacturing code can be found on a label on the lower rear part of the vacuum cleaner.
The hazard
The power cord is not properly routed or securely seated in the cord rewind assembly allowing the power cord to be pulled loose. This poses fire and shock hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Hoover for a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Hoover has received three reports of minor burns to carpet and furniture and one report of a minor burn to a consumer's hand.
Sold at: Mass merchandisers, department stores and independent vacuum retailers nationwide and online from August 2009 through May 2010 for between $100 and $160.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Hoover toll-free at (888) 891-2054 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hoover.com/tseriesrewindrecall
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.