Recalls / 2009-03-26

Cordless Stick Vacuums Recalled by Electrolux Home Care Products Due to Bursting Batteries

09169 · Recalled 2009-03-26 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuums with a detachable hand vacuum and free-standing charger. Units involved in the recall have "VOLTS 9.6V D.C." printed on a serial plate on the underside of the handheld unit, and the following serial numbers: 074000001 through 085100001 and 74000001 through 85100001. EL1000A - Pronto EL1000B - Pronto EL1000BX - Pronto EL1000BZ - Pronto PE1000B - Precision EL1005A - Ergorapido EL1006A - Ergorapido

Hazards

The vacuum's battery can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury to the user and bystanders.

Reported injuries

Electrolux has received 34 reports of incidents in the U.S. involving damage to the vacuum and surrounding property.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Electrolux for a free replacement of the handheld portion which contains the batteries.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Ergorapido, Pronto and Precision Vacuums		About 320,000

Parties

Distributor: Electrolux Home Care Products Inc., of Bloomington, Ill.
Made in: China
Sold at: Major, independent retailers nationwide

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Electrolux Home Care Products at (800) 932-1778 between 8 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.stickvacrecall.com

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Recalled Cordless Stick Vacuum Serial Plates

Source: CPSC recall 09169. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.