CPSC recall 09-169, announced March 26, 2009, covers Electrolux Home Care Products Ergorapido, Pronto and Precision Vacuums (about 320,000 units). The vacuum's battery can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury to the user and bystanders. The notice cites 34 incident reports. Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Electrolux for a free replacement of the handheld portion which contains the batteries. Recall contact: call (800) 932-1778, or go to www.stickvacrecall.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuums with a detachable hand vacuum and free-standing charger. Units involved in the recall have "VOLTS 9.6V D.C." printed on a serial plate on the underside of the handheld unit, and the following serial numbers: 074000001 through 085100001 and 74000001 through 85100001. EL1000A - Pronto EL1000B - Pronto EL1000BX - Pronto EL1000BZ - Pronto PE1000B - Precision EL1005A - Ergorapido EL1006A - Ergorapido
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The vacuum's battery can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury to the user and bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
Electrolux has received 34 reports of incidents in the U.S. involving damage to the vacuum and surrounding property.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Electrolux for a free replacement of the handheld portion which contains the batteries.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Vacuum cleaners
- Recall number
- 09-169
- Units
- About 320,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Major and independent retailers nationwide from November 2007 through March 2009 for about $100.
- Distributor
- Electrolux Home Care Products Inc., of Bloomington, Ill.
Ergorapido, Pronto and Precision Vacuums
CPSC product type: Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Electrolux Home Care Products at (800) 932-1778 between 8 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.stickvacrecall.com
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