BISSELL Steam Shot Attachments Recall Due to Burn Hazard
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BISSELL is recalling attachments for Steam Shot OmniReach and Omni Steam Cleaners due to a burn hazard from unexpected detachment and expulsion of hot water or steam.
What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by Health Canada on April 9, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
Areazine pairs this record with the original agency URL so you can check the primary source before acting. Its related labels are recall, product-safety, cpsc, steam-cleaner.
What Happened
The attachments for BISSELL brand Steam Shot™ OmniReach™ and Steam Shot™ Omni Steam Cleaners can unexpectedly detach and expel hot water or steam during use, posing a burn hazard.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall involves attachments for BISSELL brand Steam Shot™ OmniReach™ and Steam Shot™ Omni Steam Cleaners with model numbers: 4171B, 4171C, 4171D, 4171H, 4171J, and 4171X. Approximately 95,788 units were sold in Canada from October 2024 to March 2026. No UPCs are specified in the recall details.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact BISSELL to receive free new attachments. Visit www.steamshot2026.com to register for the recall and follow instructions, including uploading a photo as proof of disposal. For more information, contact BISSELL by telephone at 1-855-739-1702 from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm ET Monday through Saturday, by email at RecallNA@bissell.com, or visit the company website at www.steamshot2026.com.
Why This Matters
This recall affects a significant number of units sold in Canada and the United States, with reports of burn injuries, underscoring the potential risks associated with defective household cleaning products.
Source
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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Similar body length
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Similar severity timing
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Frequently Asked Questions
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