Shark Powered Rotator Lift-Away vacuum cleaners
CPSC Recall #15-120 — April 22, 2015
Product
Shark Powered Rotator Lift-Away vacuum cleaners
Description
The aluminum wand used with Shark brand Rotator Powered Lift-Away series upright vacuums can disconnect from the vacuum cleaner's handle and remain energized.
Hazard
The aluminum wand can disconnect from the vacuum cleaner's handle and remain energized with electricity, posing a risk of electric shock.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 62 reports of incidents in which the aluminum wand disconnected from the vacuum cleaner's handle. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Euro-Pro to receive a free replacement wand.
Units Affected
About 142,000 in the United States and about 650 in Canada
Sold At
Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy, Kohl's, Lowes, Target and other stores nationwide, online at www.sharkclean.com and through television infomercials from August 2014 through March 2015 for between $250 and $350.
Importer
Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass.
Manufactured In
China