9422 - Hoover Windtunnel Pet Rewind Vacuum

Product Description: Hoover®1 WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaners with Cord Rewind Feature

Importer:   Hoover Inc., of Glenwillow, Ohio                   Made in: Mexico
 
Date Recall Posted:  4/16/10
 
UPCs:
00000000-73502-03158-2
UH70210 HOOVER WIND TUNNEL PET REWIND BA
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Summary Of Recall: This recall involves Hoover® WindTunnel T-Series™ Bagless Upright vacuum cleaners with the cord rewind feature. This feature enables the cord to wind inside the vacuum for storage. The following model numbers and manufacturing codes are included in the recall.

Model Numbers
Manufacturing code
ends with...
UH70110  UH70120
UH70200  UH70205
UH70210
HO9A O9A
JO9A KO9A

Vacuums with the manufacturing code KO9A followed by a green dot are not included in this recall. Vacuum cleaners with the cord rewind feature sold after November 2009 and with any other manufacturing code are not included in this recall. The model number and manufacturing code can be found on a label on the lower rear part of the vacuum cleaner.

Hazard: The power cord is not properly routed or securely seated in the cord rewind assembly allowing the power cord to be pulled loose. This poses fire and shock hazards.
 
What You Should Doshould immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Hoover for a free repair.
 

Consumer Contact Information: For additional information, contact Hoover toll-free at (888) 891-2054 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hoover.com/tseriesrewindrecall