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CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall of Hoover Self-Propelled Upright Vacuum Cleaners

CPSC · 05156 · published 2005-04-14

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Hazard

The recalled vacuums have defective on-off switches that can overheat the handle and toolholder areas of the vacuum, resulting in a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Maytag to obtain the name and address of the nearest Hoover repair center, to schedule a free repair. Consumers should not return their vacuum cleaners to retailers.

The text above is quoted verbatim from the CPSC record. Confirm the affected units and the remedy with the manufacturer or CPSC. Recall data may be incomplete, delayed, or superseded.

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Affected products

Hoover Co., of North Canton, Ohio (Hoover Co. is part of the Maytag Corp.)

Hoover Self-Propelled Upright Vacuum Cleaners

Brands in this recall

Hoover Co., of North Canton, Ohio (Hoover Co. is part of the Maytag Corp.)