Hoover® WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaners with Cord Rewind Feature
CPSC Recall #10-248 — May 26, 2010
Product
Hoover® WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaners with Cord Rewind Feature
Description
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 NumbersManufacturing code ends with...UH70110 UH70120UH70200 UH70205UH70210H09A I09AJ09A K09AVacuums 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.
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.
Incidents / Injuries
Hoover has received three reports of minor burns to carpet and furniture and one report of a minor burn to a consumer's hand.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Hoover for a free repair.
Units Affected
About 108,000
Sold At
Mass merchandisers, department stores and independent vacuum retailers nationwide and online from August 2009 through May 2010 for between $100 and $160.
Importer
Hoover Inc., of Glenwillow, Ohio
Manufactured In
Mexico