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Bissel recalls 61,000 vacuums due to fire concerns

Company advises owners stop using the vacuum immediately

Bissel recalls 61,000 vacuums due to fire concerns. (Copyright 2022 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)

Bissel has recalled some of its cordless multi-surface vacuum cleaners due to a fire hazard.

The recall for 61,000 vacuum cleaners was issued after receiving dozens of reports of batteries overheating and smoking, and five reports of the battery catching fire.

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Of the five fires, three caused property damage and one caused a burn injury, the company reported.

Model numbers included in the recall are 2551, 2551w and 25519.

Bissel advises owners stop using the vacuum immediately, and contact the company for a free in-home repair.

Owners can also take their vacuum to an authorized Bissel dealer.

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