Recall 05-078, published January 4, 2005
Royal Appliance Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
M083000The recall involves vacuum cleaners with the Model Number M083000 with the Plant Code J.
Which products are included?
The Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™ is a battery operated upright vacuum cleaner with "Dirt Devil®" and "Sweeper Vac™" printed on the front. The recall involves vacuum cleaners with the Model Number M083000 with the Plant Code J. The Model Number and Plant Code are printed on a silver plate located on the back of the product. Only vacuum cleaners manufactured in Plant Code J are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy 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
- Category
- Appliances
- Units
- About 20,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Retailers nationwide from November 2003 through November 2004 for between $30 and $40.
