Bissell Steam Shot cleaner recalled
According to a July 18 Consumer Product Safety Commission alert, Bissell Steam Shot handheld steam cleaners are being recalled.
The recalled steam cleaners can expel hot water or steam onto users while heating or during use, posing a burn hazard, according to the CPSC's alert. Bissell has received 183 reports of hot water or steam escaping from the product, including 157 reports of minor burn injuries, per CPSC.
The made-in-China cleaning product was imported by Bissell Homecare Inc. of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Target, Walmart, and other department and home goods stores nationwide, and online at www.bissell.com, www.amazon.com, www.hsn.com, and other websites from August 2008 through May 2024 for between $35 and $40, or $70 for a two-pack.
Consumers were directed to contact Bissell for a $60 credit to be used for a purchase through the company's web site, or a $40 refund for each recalled steamer.
The recalled steamers carry model numbers 39N7 and 2994. “STEAM SHOT” or “POWER STEAMER” is printed on the side of the product.
