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18m extension cord sold with Vax Bagged Backpack Vacuum Cleaner (VXCB-01) — recall

Consumer goods · New Zealand · 2026-04-01
Hazard: The 18m orange extension cord can arc i…

18m extension cord sold with Vax Bagged Backpack Vacuum Cleaner (VXCB-01) was recalled in New Zealand on 2026-04-01 due to the 18m orange extension cord can arc internally if the con…. Sold at Bunnings, Betta Stores Ltd, Vacdirect, Vac Shack, About Clean Buying Group from 1 July 2018 to 18 March 2026. 18m extension cord sold with Vax Bagged Backpack Vacuum Cleaner (VXCB-01) See more information on the recall here: https://www.vax.co.nz/saf…

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CountryNew Zealand
CategoryConsumer goods
Published2026-04-01
ManufacturerTechtronic Industries N.Z.
Hazard descriptionThe 18m orange extension cord can arc internally if the conductors break resulting in overheating and sparking. Risk of serious injury from burns or property damage if the extension cord overheats or sparks. Incidents resulting in injury have occurred.
RemedyStop using the 18m orange extension cord immediately and remove it from the Vax bagged backpack vacuum. Contact Techtronic Industries for more information and instructions on how to destroy the cord and receive a voucher to purchase a replacement cord. Do not return the cord to your place of purchase. The Vax Bagged backpack vacuum cleaner unit is not being recalled and can be used without the 18m extension cord.
Recall numberN2026X039
Official noticeView source ↗

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