Southern Telecom Recalls Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Belk
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2024-06-27). Hazards: fire. Models: BSBVAC301. About 10,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 24285 |
| Published | 2024-06-27 |
| Last updated | 2024-06-27 |
| Products | Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums |
| Firm named in the title | Southern Telecom |
| Firms | Southern Telecom Inc., of New York (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 10,600 |
| Model numbers | BSBVAC301 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Belk stores nationwide and online at www.belk.com from September 2022 through February 2024 for about $90. |
Description
This recall involves Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums (Model No. BSBVAC301). The model number is printed on the back of the unit. "Brookstone" is printed on the top front of the vacuum. The vacuums are black and come with a wall-plate for hanging on the wall, and they measure 2.89 x 12 inches in dimension.
Hazard
The vacuums can short circuit during or after charging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums (Model No. BSBVAC301), and contact Southern Telecom to receive a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports of serious fires caused by the vacuums, resulting in property damage.
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