Steam Buggy Deluxe

Class II - Moderate

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (5,000)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
Tristar Products Inc., of Fairfield, N.J.
Reason for Recall:
Hot water and steam can escape from the steam cleaner's handle and inner hose, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Classification:
Class II - Moderate

Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
Hot water and steam can escape from the steam cleaner's handle and inner hose, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy:
Consumers who experience a burst hose should stop using the steam cleaner and contact Tristar for information on how to return the product for a replacement or refund.

Product Images

Steam Buggy Deluxe

Product Information

Full Description:

The recalled steam cleaner is blue plastic and measures about 12 inches long and 8 inches high. The 5.5-foot steam hose connects to the water reservoir and is sold with various cleaning attachments. Prior Recall: In March 2002, CPSC and Tristar recalled the Steam Buggy Deluxe to repair the internal hose connection. This recall only includes the revised design steam buggys, and not the units in the earlier recall.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(5,000)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 04539