CPSC2010-05-27
Hoover Recalls Upright Vacuum Cleaners Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Hoover Inc., of Glenwillow, Ohio
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Hoover for a free repair.
Sold at
Mass merchandisers, department stores and independent vacuum retailers nationwide and online from August 2009 through May 2010 for between $100 and $160.
Affected count
About 108,000
Injuries reported
Hoover has received three reports of minor burns to carpet and furniture and one report of a minor burn to a consumer's hand.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Products
Hoover® WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaners with Cord Rewind Feature
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/httpwwwcpscgovcpscpubprerelprhtml1010248htmlDon't want to check this manually?
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