The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·18220·Announced 2018-09-11

Emerson Recalls RIDGID Wet/Dry Vacuums Due to Shock Hazard

Emerson Tool Company is recalling RIDGID wet/dry vacuums because the on/off switch can dislodge, exposing energized wiring and posing a shock hazard.

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 shock hazard where energized wiring can be exposed, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Emerson Tool Company is recalling approximately 208,000 RIDGID NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums. The recall involves orange and black vacuums with four swivel casters, a carrying handle, and a hose. The model number is located on a silver product identification label on the back of the vacuum's powerhead assembly.

The recall is due to a shock hazard. The on/off switch can become dislodged, which exposes energized wiring. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

The vacuums were sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores nationwide and online from March 2018 through July 2018. The 6-gallon model sold for about $50, and the 9-gallon model sold for about $60. Additionally, about 2,600 units were sold in Canada.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wet/dry vacuum and contact Emerson Tool Company for a free replacement wet/dry vacuum powerhead assembly. Consumers can contact Emerson Tool Company toll-free at 888-847-8718 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT or online at www.emerson.com/en-us/commercial-residential/emerson-tool-company and click on Safety Notifications.

The recalled product

Product
RIDGID® NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums
Manufacturer
Emerson Tool Company, of St. Louis, Mo.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
208,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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