Hoover Recalls WindTunnel Canister Vacuums Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Active Recall Announced February 9, 2011 CPSC #11124

Quick answer

Hoover Recalls WindTunnel Canister Vacuums Due to Fire and Shock Hazards is CPSC recall #11124, announced on February 9, 2011. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Canister Vacuum model S3755. The vacuum is silver and black in color, and comes with a power nozzle. The model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the canister. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact hoover for a free repair.. Affected brand: Hoover Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves the Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Canister Vacuum model S3755. The vacuum is silver and black in color, and comes with a power nozzle. The model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the canister.

Affected products

Hoover® WindTunnel Canister Vacuums

Recalled brands

Hoover Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Hoover for a free repair.

Recall date

February 9, 2011

Categories

Vacuum Cleaners

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #11124?

CPSC recall #11124 covers Hoover Recalls WindTunnel Canister Vacuums Due to Fire and Shock Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on February 9, 2011. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Canister Vacuum model S3755. The vacuum is silver and black in color, and comes with a power nozzle. The model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the canister.

What is the remedy for recall #11124?

The CPSC remedy for recall #11124 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact hoover for a free repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Hoover Recalls WindTunnel Canister Vacuums Due to Fire and Shock Hazards on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Hoover-Recalls-WindTunnel-Canister-Vacuums-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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