Recall #05-078 · Published January 4, 2005
Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™
CPSC published a recall notice for Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™ from Royal Appliance on January 4, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: The vacuum's rotor can lock and overheat during use, causing a smoke and fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Dirt Devil® to receive a free replacement.
Why it was recalled
The vacuum's rotor can lock and overheat during use, causing a smoke and fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Dirt Devil® to receive a free replacement.
- Brand
- Royal Appliance
- Recall published
- January 4, 2005
- Units
- About 20,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Retailers nationwide from November 2003 through November 2004 for between $30 and $40.