Southern Telecom Recalls Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Belk

What is recalled

• Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums

This recall involves Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums (Model No. BSBVAC301). The model number is printed on the back of the unit. "Brookstone" is printed on the top front of the vacuum. The vacuums are black and come with a wall-plate for hanging on the wall, and they measure 2.89 x 12 inches in dimension.

Hazard

• The vacuums can short circuit during or after charging the battery, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

• Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums (Model No. BSBVAC301), and contact Southern Telecom to receive a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund.

Injuries reported to CPSC

• The firm has received two reports of serious fires caused by the vacuums, resulting in property damage.

Who sold it

Not available in the CPSC record

• Belk stores nationwide and online at www.belk.com from September 2022 through February 2024 for about $90.

Country of manufacture: China.

Consumer contact

Southern Telecom toll-free at 866-450-4493 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at support@customersupport123.com, or online at www.southerntelecom.com and click on "Safety Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.