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Product recall · CPSCApril 6, 2023Serious
Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The circuit board inside the vacuum's battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuums and contact BISSELL for a free battery pack replacement. Consumers can either take the recalled product to a local BISSELL authorized service center for a free battery pack replacement or schedule a free in-home repair visit from an authorized BISSELL service technician to replace the existing battery pack.
Who to contact: Contact BISSELL toll-free at 855-417-7001 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, or online at www.BISSELL.com/recall or www.BISSELL.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall expansion involves BISSELL Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuum models 2551R and 25518. "BISSELL" is printed on the foot of the product. The model numbers are visible when the clean water tank is removed.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,000 (About 56,000 BISSELL® Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums Models 2551, 2551W and 25519 were previously recalled in January 2023)
- Recall date
- April 6, 2023
- Brand
- BISSELL Homecare Inc., of Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Injuries reported
- None reported
2551R
Ollie's Bargain Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.hsn.com from May 2019 through July 2021 for between about $180 and $330.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “BISSELL Expands Recall of Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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