Recalls / 2015-04-22
Shark Vacuum Cleaners Recalled by Euro-Pro Due to Shock Hazard
15120 · Recalled 2015-04-22 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves four models of Shark® brand Rotator® Powered Lift-Away® series upright vacuum cleaners. They are either maroon or purple in color and have a clear plastic middle section. Shark and Rotator are printed on the front of the vacuum cleaners. They measure about 45 inches tall by 12 inches wide. Recalled model numbers include NV650W, NV651, NV652 and NV660. The model number is printed on a silver sticker on the upper right-hand corner of the back of the unit. Models NV650W and NV652 are maroon. Model NV650W is sold directly to consumers by Euro-Pro and model NV652 is sold at retail stores. Models NV651 and NV660 are purple and are sold at retail stores. The date code is printed on the metal prong of the power plug and shows the week and year of manufacture in the WWYY format. Recalled units have date codes beginning with the number 48 or lower and ending with 14. Vacuum cleaners marked with a dimple or green circle sticker on the outside of the plastic cuff that holds the aluminum wand have been inspected by the firm and are not included in this recall.
Hazards
Reported injuries
Remedy
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Powered Rotator Lift-Away vacuum cleaners | About 142,000 in the United States and about 650 in Canada |
Parties
- Importer
- Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy, Kohl's, Lowes, Target, other, online at www.sharkclean.com, through television infomercials, $350.
Consumer contact
Euro-Pro toll-free at (877) 593-5140 from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, online at www.sharkrecall.com, or click on "Recall" at www.sharkclean.com or www.europro.com for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 15120. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.