Cordless Stick Vacuums Recalled by Electrolux Home Care Products Due to Bursting Batteries
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-03-26 · 09169
Hazards
The vacuum's battery can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury to the user and bystanders.
Recall
Number
09169
Date
2009-03-26
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Ergorapido, Pronto and Precision Vacuums
Companies
Retailer(s)
Major and independent retailers nationwide from November 2007 through March 2009 for about $100.
Distributor(s)
Electrolux Home Care Products Inc., of Bloomington, Ill.
Country of manufacture
China
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 "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