Hoover WindTunnel Canister Vacuums recall: Fire and Shock Hazards
Hoover Recalls WindTunnel Canister Vacuums Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Why was Hoover WindTunnel Canister Vacuums recalled?
The power cord between the power nozzle and the wand connector can short-circuit posing fire and shock hazards to consumers. This condition can occur even if the vacuum has been turned off but left plugged in.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Hoover for a free repair. Contact: For additional information, contact Hoover toll-free at (888) 564-2066 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.hoover.com/windtunnelcanisterrecall
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Hoover® WindTunnel Canister Vacuums
- Company
- Hoover Inc., of Glenwillow, Ohio
- Quantity
- About 142,000
- Sold at
- Mass merchandisers, department stores and independent vacuum retailers nationwide and online from March 2003 to December 2008 for between $250 and $280.
- Recall date
- February 9, 2011
- Incidents / injuries
- Hoover has received 69 reports of overheating or electrical malfunction, including one report of fire and smoke damage, and two reports of carpet damage. There has been one report of a minor injury.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Canister Vacuum model S3755. The vacuum is silver and black in color, and comes with a power nozzle. The model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the canister.