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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 18220

RIDGID® NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums

Published September 11, 2018

Summary

CPSC records recall 18220, published September 11, 2018. Reported units: About 208,000 (in addition, about 2,600 were sold in Canada).

What's the hazard

The on/off switch can become dislodged and expose energized wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wet/dry vacuum and contact Emerson Tool Company for a free replacement wet/dry vacuum powerhead assembly.

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Recall details

Brand
Emerson Tool Company, of St. Louis, Mo.
Distributor
The Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com from March 2018 through July 2018 for about $50 for the 6-gallon wet/dry vacuum and for about $60 for the 9-gallon wet/dry vacuum.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was RIDGID® NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 18220 on September 11, 2018. Reported hazard: The on/off switch can become dislodged and expose energized wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wet/dry vacuum and contact Emerson Tool Company for a free replacement wet/dry vacuum powerhead assembly.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Emerson Tool Company, of St. Louis, Mo..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)