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CPSC, Royal Appliance Announce Recall of Sweeper Vac™

Reported: January 4, 2005 Initiated: January 4, 2005 #05078

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The vacuum's rotor can lock and overheat during use, causing a smoke and fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Dirt Devil® to receive a free replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Royal Appliance, of Glenwillow, Ohio. Units affected: About 20,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The vacuum's rotor can lock and overheat during use, causing a smoke and fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Dirt Devil® to receive a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 4, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05078.