The vacuum's electric cord plug prong can detach and remain in an electrical outlet when the vacuum is unplugged. This poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
View The Official CPSC Recall Notice
Description
This recall involves models UK30500 and UK30500PC of the Oreck Discover Upright Vacuum.
Impacted vacuums also have serial numbers that begin with:
- AJ2226
- AJ2227
- AJ2228
- AJ2229
- AJ2230
- AJ2231
- AJ2232
The model and serial number are printed on a silver data label on the bottom of the vacuum. The vacuum is silver and black with “Oreck” and “Discover” printed on the front.
Incidents/Injuries
The firm has received 41 reports of a prong detaching from its plug. No injuries have been reported.
Name of Product: Oreck Discover Upright Vacuums
Recall Date: December 7, 2023
Recall Number: 24-039
Hazard: The vacuum's electric cord plug prong can detach and remain in an electrical outlet when the vacuum is unplugged. This poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Sold At: Independent Oreck dealers nationwide and online at www.acmetools.com, www.amazon.com, www.homedepot.com, and www.oreck.com from September 2022 through September 2023 for about $600.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Oreck or their local Oreck dealer for instructions on how to obtain a free repair. To locate the nearest authorized dealer, go to "Find Your Local Store" at www.oreck.com.
Units: About 6,200
Consumer Directions and Contact
What Do I Do if My Product is Recalled?
Oreck toll-free at 888-383-7000 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at www.oreck.com/pages/recall or www.oreck.com and click on “Product Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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