CPSC, Procter & Gamble Announce Recall of Sweep+Vac Battery-Operated Vacuum Cleaner by Swiffer
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-11-26 · 05057
Hazards
In some cases, when the vacuum cleaner is left in the "on" position, the rotor can lock up and cause the unit to overheat. This poses a smoke and fire hazard.
Recall
Number
05057
Date
2004-11-26
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Sweep+Vac by Swiffer Vacuum Cleaner
Companies
Retailer(s)
Retail and grocery stores nationwide from September 2004 through November 2004 for about $30.
Distributor(s)
Procter & Gamble Company (P&G), of Cincinnati, Ohio
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled Sweep+Vac by Swiffer is a battery-operated, upright vacuum cleaner used to vacuum floors. The vacuum cleaner stands about 4 feet tall and has a green base and silver pole. The name "Swiffer" is printed across the front of the base in white letters. UPC numbers included in this recall are 37000-46522 and 37000-02553. The UPC numbers are printed on the product's packaging. No other Swiffer products are involved.