Cordless Stick Vacuums Recalled by Electrolux Home Care Products Due to Bursting Batteries

Ergorapido, Pronto and Precision Vacuums

Date of Recall

2009-03-26

CPSC Release Number

09-169

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(800) 932-1778

Units

About 320,000

Distributor

Electrolux Home Care Products Inc., of Bloomington, Ill.

Sold By

Major and independent retailers nationwide from November 2007 through March 2009 for about $100.

Problem/Hazard

The vacuum’s battery can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury to the user and bystanders.

Injuries/Incidents

Electrolux has received 34 reports of incidents in the U.S. involving damage to the vacuum and surrounding property. There have been two reports of minor injuries, including swollen hands and irritation to the eyes from contact with battery powder.

Description

This recall involves 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuums with a detachable hand vacuum and free-standing charger. Units involved in the recall have 9.6-volts printed on a serial plate on the underside of the handheld unit, and the following serial numbers: 074000001 through 085100001 and 74000001 through 85100001.

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.

Consumer Contact

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