CPSC recall 08-339, announced July 23, 2008, covers TTI Floor Care North America Dirt Devil Vacuum Power Brush Attachment Tools (about 987,000 units). Plastic pieces inside the vacuum tool can break apart and be ejected, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. The notice cites 140 incident reports and 12 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Dirt Devil accessory tool and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (800) 245-2296, or go to www.dirtdevilturbotool.com.
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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: M110000, M140000, M086020, M110000HD, M140000CA, M110001B, M110002, M110003, M086700WCA, M086030, M110006, M086710, M086030CA, M110008, M110008CA, M110009, M110020CAB, RY6100.
Which products are included?
The recalled Dirt Devil Turbo Tool/Power Brush attachment was sold as an accessory with the following Dirt Devil vacuum models. Only vacuum tool accessories with date codes J7060 through J7365 and have a C-clip connector are included in this recall. The date code is located on the underside of the vacuum accessory. The Turbo Tool/Power Brush tools are about 6 ½ inches long by about 5 inches wide and come in a variety of colors that match the color of the vacuum. The housing of the tool was made in clear, red, green, or light blue with clear, light blue, dark blue, red, purple, or black turbine fans with matching brush rolls. Dirt Devil Vacuum Models Reaction Purpose for Pets Ultra Swivel Glide M110000 M140000 M086020 M110000HD M140000CA M110001B M110002 Envision Wide Glide Swerve M110003 M086700WCA M086030 M110006 M086710 M086030CA M110008 M110008CA Action Upright Royal Commercial M110009 M110020CAB RY6100
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Plastic pieces inside the vacuum tool can break apart and be ejected, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
TTI Floor Care has received 140 reports of incidents involving the recalled vacuum tool, including 12 reports of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Dirt Devil accessory tool and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- TTI Floor Care North America
- Manufacturer
- TTI Floor Care North America, of Glenwillow, Ohio
- Product type
- Vacuum cleaners
- Recall number
- 08-339
- Units
- About 987,000
- Manufactured in
- Hong Kong
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandisers, home improvement stores and other retail stores nationwide from April 2007 through April 2008 for between $60 and $170 for the vacuum cleaner, including accessory tools.
Dirt Devil Vacuum Power Brush Attachment Tools
CPSC product type: Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact TTI Floor Care at (800) 245-2296 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dirtdevilturbotool.com
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