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Affected model numbers
U6423-900U6425-900U6425-950U6445-900U6445-960U6449-900U6450-900U6451-900U6455-900The model and serial numbers are printed on a label on the back of the vacuum.
Why it was recalled
The recalled vacuums have defective on-off switches that can overheat the handle and toolholder areas of the vacuum, resulting in a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Maytag has received 249 reports of vacuums overheating, which caused the handle area to smoke, melt or catch fire. One minor burn injury requiring no medical attention was reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Hoover Co., of North Canton, Ohio (Hoover Co. is part of the Maytag Corp.)
- Recall number
- 05-156
- Units
- About 636,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Household appliance and floorcare retailers nationwide, from May 1998 through July 2000, for between $259 and $279.
Hoover Self-Propelled Upright Vacuum Cleaners
CPSC product type: Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers
Recall contact information
Call Maytag Corp. toll-free at (800) 250-6075 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms' Web sites at www.maytag.com or www.hoover.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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