The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01524·Announced 2001-09-07

Oreck Recalls ZipVac AC Adaptors Due to Overheating and Burn Hazards

Oreck is recalling AC adaptors for ZipVac rechargeable vacuums because they can overheat and melt, posing burn and electric shock risks. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (burn/electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Oreck Manufacturing Company is recalling AC adaptors for its ZipVac hand-held rechargeable vacuums. The recalled items are charger model U090010D, which are identified by having two circular holes in the AC adaptor plug end. These adaptors were sold directly by Oreck or by QVC as a premium for the purchase of an Oreck upright vacuum cleaner between February 2001 and June 2001. The recall covers adaptors for approximately 10,000 vacuums.

The recall is being issued because the charger can overheat and melt, presenting a burn or electric shock hazard to consumers. Oreck has received 22 reports of the charger overheating, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using these rechargeable vacuums immediately. To receive a replacement unit, consumers should contact Oreck at (800) 471-2942 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. central time, Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
AC adaptors for ZipVac rechargeable vacuums
Manufacturer
Oreck Manufacturing Company, of Long Beach, Miss.
Category
Consumer Product — Vacuum Cleaner Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
10,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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