RIDGID Wet/Dry Vacuums – electrical shock risk (2018)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
RIDGID® NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling RIDGID® NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums. The hazard is: The on/off switch can become dislodged and expose energized wiring, posing a shock hazard to consume. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves RIDGID NXT wet/dry vacuums, models HD06000 (6-gallon) and HD09000 (9-gallon). The orange and black wet/dry vacuum has four swivel casters, a carrying handle, a hose and accessories. RIDGID is printed on the front of the vacuum. The model number can be found on a silver product identification label on the back of the vacuum's powerhead assembly.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The on/off switch can become dislodged and expose energized wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wet/dry vacuum and contact Emerson Tool Company for a free replacement wet/dry vacuum powerhead assembly.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026