CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 00089
Bissel PowerClean™ and PureAir™ vacuum cleaners
Published June 10, 2026 · Recall initiated: April 4, 2000
What's the hazard
The power cord insulation can tear where the cord attaches to the vacuum, exposing bare wires. This poses a risk of shock and burns to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these vacuum cleaners immediately, and contact BISSELL to arrange for a free repair through BISSELL's authorized service network. Vacuums cannot be repaired by the retailers.
Recall details
- Brand
- BISSELL® Homecare Inc. of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Manufacturer
- BISSELL® Homecare Inc. of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Distributor
- Major discount, appliance and department stores sold these vacuum cleaners nationwide, from July 1998 through March 2000, for between $89 and $159.
- Country
- US
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