Name of Product:
Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums
Hazard:
The vacuums can short circuit during or after charging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
Recall Date:
June 27, 2024
Recall Details
Description:
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.
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.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received two reports of serious fires caused by the vacuums, resulting in property damage.
Sold Exclusively At:
Belk stores nationwide and online at www.belk.com from September 2022 through February 2024 for about $90.
Importer(s):
Southern Telecom Inc., of New York
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