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CPSC, Electrolux Announce Recall to Repair Top-Corded Vacuum Cleaners

Recall 99-017 · November 10, 1998 · Electrolux

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using these vacuums, and return them to an Electrolux store for a free repair. The handle on the vacuum will be replaced with a new model handle.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
99-017 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 10, 1998
Brand
Electrolux
Category
Kitchen and small appliances
Products
Ponytail Top-Corded Handle Upright Vacuum Cleaners
Hazard
Fire and burn, Electric shock hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burnElectric shock
Units
About 226,000
Last updated by CPSC
October 22, 2026

What was recalled

The Ponytail vacuums were sold under the following names: Genesis Prolux S/R Genesis LX Prolux Warehouse Genesis LXE Regency Prolux Special Edition Prolux Plus Only Electrolux upright vacuums with the cord coming out of the very top of the handle are included in this recall. "Electrolux" and the model name are written on each vacuum.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Ponytail Top-Corded Handle Upright Vacuum Cleaners · About 226,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Electrolux Ponytail Vacuum Cleaner
Electrolux Ponytail Vacuum Cleaner

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Most of these vacuums were sold through direct sales and retail stores, including Sam's Club, Service Merchandise and Macy's, between May 1991 and September 1993 for between $150 and $550, depending on the model and accessories. Some vacuums were sold directly to corporate customers.; Electrolux, L.L.C., of Atlanta, Ga..

Injuries or incidents reported

Electrolux is aware of at least 75 reports of the cords on these vacuums breaking or the casing around the cord exposing wires. About half of these incidents reportedly resulted in burns or shocks to users. Of these reports, there were 11 serious injuries which included consumers suffering second or third degree burns, shocks, or a combination of these injuries.

Consumer contact

For more information and to find the Electrolux store nearest to you, call Electrolux at (800) 896-9756 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST Monday through Friday.

Recall history and context

Electrolux appears in 11 CPSC recalls on record. See all Electrolux recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 149 recalls in the kitchen and small appliances category, 41 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Ponytail Top-Corded Handle Upright Vacuum Cleaners (About 226,000 units). The Ponytail vacuums were sold under the following names: Genesis Prolux S/R Genesis LX Prolux Warehouse Genesis LXE Regency Prolux Special Edition Prolux Plus Only Electrolux upright vacuums with the cord coming out of the very top of the handle are included in this recall.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and burn, Electric shock hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using these vacuums, and return them to an Electrolux store for a free repair. The handle on the vacuum will be replaced with a new model handle.

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