BISSELL Expands Recall of Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 23176 · announced April 6, 2023 · Bissell Homecare · 2,000 units affected
The product
This recall expansion involves BISSELL Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuum models 2551R and 25518. "BISSELL" is printed on the foot of the product. The model numbers are visible when the clean water tank is removed.
The hazard
The circuit board inside the vacuum's battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuums and contact BISSELL for a free battery pack replacement. Consumers can either take the recalled product to a local BISSELL authorized service center for a free battery pack replacement or schedule a free in-home repair visit from an authorized BISSELL service technician to replace the existing battery pack. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Ollie's Bargain Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.hsn.com from May 2019 through July 2021 for between about $180 and $330.
Consumer contact: Contact BISSELL toll-free at 855-417-7001 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, or online at www.BISSELL.com/recall or www.BISSELL.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.