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Bissell Recalls Steam Cleaners for Burn Hazard
Attachments may detach during use, causing serious injuries
AARP (Courtesy of Bissell)
Key takeaways
- Bissell is recalling about 1.7 million handheld steam cleaners after attachments came loose during use.
- There have been 206 reports of hot water or steam escaping, including 161 burn injuries.
- Consumers are advised to stop using the affected attachments and request free replacements.
Bissell recalled approximately 1.7 million Steam Shot OmniReach and Steam Shot Omni handheld steam cleaners after the attachments were found to unexpectedly detach during use, posing a serious burn hazard, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recall follows 206 reports of hot water or steam escaping from the steam-cleaner attachments, including 161 reports of burn injuries. At least one second-degree burn was reported, the CPSC said.
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Which steam cleaners have been recalled?
The recall involves Bissell Steam Shot OmniReach and Steam Shot Omni steam cleaners sold with attachments. The products were sold nationwide and in Canada from October 2024 through March 2026 at major retailers, including Target, Walmart and other department and home goods stores, as well as online at Bissell.com, Amazon.com and HSN.com, among others. Prices ranged from $9 to $55.
The model number is printed on the product rating label on the bottom of the steam cleaner. Affected models include: 4155, 4155L, 4155W, 4155G, 4155D, 4155J, 4155Y, 4155P, 4171, 4171L, 4171W, 4171F, 4171B, 4171C, 4171D, 4171H, 4171J and 4171X.
The recalled units were sold in green, gray, white, blue and dark blue, depending on the model. The affected attachments and the hose are gray.
Advice to consumers
Bissell has urged consumers to stop using the recalled attachments immediately, discard them and follow the instructions on SteamShot2026.com to receive replacements. The new attachments will be blue and black and come with a water tank cap and measuring cup.
Consumers will be asked to upload a photo showing all discarded attachments placed in the household trash. Bissell can be contacted at 855-417-7001 or by email at RecallNA@Bissell.com.
The recalled steam cleaners were manufactured in China and imported by Bissell Homecare Inc., of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The CPSC recall number is 26-385.
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