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Affected model numbers
UD70210UD70210CAUD70210RMThe model number and manufacture date code are printed on a silver label on the back side of the vacuum.
Why it was recalled
The vacuum's electric cord plug prong can detach and remain in the electrical outlet when the vacuum is unplugged. The detached prong can pose an electrical shock hazard if it remains connected with the electrical outlet.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 14 reports of a detached prong that remained in an electrical outlet. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Dirt Devil for instructions on receiving a free replacement vacuum.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 16-088
- Units
- About 149,000 in the United States (in addition, about 9,700 in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- ABC Warehouse, Boardman Furniture, Fred's, Walmart stores nationwide, Dirt Devil via telephone and online at www.dirtdevil.com, www.ebay.com and www.walmart.com from February 2014 through November 2015 for between $45 and $70.
- Importer
- Royal Appliance Mfg. Co., of Glenwillow, Ohio
Dirt Devil® Total Pet Cyclonic Upright
CPSC product type: Vacuum Cleaners
Recall contact information
Dirt Devil at 800-373-6290 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.dirtdevil.com and click on the "Support" tab at the top of the page for more information.
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Publication and verification
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