Recall 10-248, published May 27, 2010
Hoover® WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaners with Cord Rewind Feature
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
UH70110The model number and manufacturing code can be found on a label on the lower rear part of the vacuum cleaner.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Hoover® WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright vacuum cleaners with the cord rewind feature. This feature enables the cord to wind inside the vacuum for storage. The following model numbers and manufacturing codes are included in the recall. Model Numbers UH70110 UH70120 UH70200 UH70205 UH70210 Manufacturing code ends with H09A I09A J09A K09A. Vacuums with the manufacturing code K09A followed by a green dot are not included in this recall. Vacuum cleaners with the cord rewind feature sold after November 2009 and with any other manufacturing code are not included in this recall. The model number and manufacturing code can be found on a label on the lower rear part of the vacuum cleaner.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The power cord is not properly routed or securely seated in the cord rewind assembly allowing the power cord to be pulled loose. This poses fire and shock hazards.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Hoover for a free repair.
- Brand
- Hoover WindTunnel T-Series Bagless Upright
- Recall published
- May 27, 2010
- Category
- Appliances
- Units
- About 108,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandisers, department stores and independent vacuum retailers nationwide and online from August 2009 through May 2010 for between $100 and $160.
