BISSELL Expands Recall of Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number 23176 · Announced April 6, 2023 · Appliance type: Vacuum Cleaners

Brand: BISSELL

What is recalled

  • BISSELL® Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums Models 2551R and 25518

This recall expansion involves BISSELL Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuum models 2551R and 25518. "BISSELL" is printed on the foot of the product. The model numbers are visible when the clean water tank is removed.

Hazard

  • The circuit board inside the vacuum's battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

  • Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuums and contact BISSELL for a free battery pack replacement. Consumers can either take the recalled product to a local BISSELL authorized service center for a free battery pack replacement or schedule a free in-home repair visit from an authorized BISSELL service technician to replace the existing battery pack.

Remedy type: Repair.

Injuries reported to CPSC

  • None reported

Who sold it

Not available in the CPSC record

  • Ollie's Bargain Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.hsn.com from May 2019 through July 2021 for between about $180 and $330.

Country of manufacture: China.

Consumer contact

Contact BISSELL toll-free at 855-417-7001 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, or online at www.BISSELL.com/recall or www.BISSELL.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.

If you own one of these, stop using it and follow the remedy above. Check the official notice before acting.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls (SaferProducts.gov recall API) — record 23176, data month April 2023. Read the official CPSC notice.