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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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