Shark Rotator Powered Lift Away Stop Sale/Recall

[marcusprit]

Riccar Immaculate Retail Price $1500 Cost to manufacture $400

Riccar Radiance Premium Retail Price $1500 Cost to manufacture $400

Aerus Lux Platinum Retail Price $1600 Cost to manufacture $450

Rainbow $2000 upwards Cost to manufacture $500

Filter Queen similar

If you are happy to pay these highly inflated prices then thats cool but if they tried to sell them in the UK at these prices they would be told politely to go shove it where the sun don't shine!

 

[sptyks]

Marcus, So where did you get those cost to manufacture figures? I don't know what you've been smoking, but it must be some pretty good stuff!

 

[marcusprit]

I know people in high places Stan

These figures are correct.

I don't smoke it's a terrible habit!

 

[sptyks]

So Marcus if those figures are correct, then Tom Gasko should agree. Right?

 

[marcusprit]

Indeed but will he want the american public to know the truth?

 

[gottahaveahoove]

To quote a great American movie:

"You can't handle the truth". Some people can't. Some don't want to. I love the truth....even when it hurts.
But, I'm NOT getting into a match in here.
Years ago, Mr. Dick Pike, retired HOOVER exec and was partially responsible for Windtunnel, himself, told me about stores BULLYING companies to 'cheapen down things'. Convertibles were so well-made, the precision was so tight, that, it came down to a tiny cost per unit. A decent sale price, mass quantities = a quality product in both the American and foreign homes, and a HUGE profit for a deserving company. It was win/win all around.

 

[spiraclean]

Marcus,

With regard to the difference in pricing in the US vs. the UK, it's worth pointing out that the local, independently owned and operated vac shop is still very much a big thing over there. They sell products that are simply not available in big box stores, demonstrate them to the customer, and service what they sell. A high end product, sold in lower volumes with that level of customer service, is obviously going to cost more. There will always be folks who actively seek this out and are willing to pay for it, particularly if those $$$ are being funnelled back into their local economy.

People are of course still free to pick up a $50 Eureka, Bissell or whatever from Wal-Mart or Tarjay, too, if that's what they prefer. Everyone's catered for.

We don't really "do" vac shops like that. They seem to be a bit of a dying business over here, and of the few that are left, it's becoming increasingly rare to find one that carries a full line of new and used cleaners. Mostly just refurbed Dysons cobbled together out of mismatched bits and pieces. A fair few I've encountered aren't particularly bothered about providing parts or service anymore either. The big box stores have the vast majority of the market all to themselves now, and while that means they can sell you a Miele for £200, they won't be able to tell you much about it beyond what's already printed on the POS materials. Nor will they fix it if it goes wrong (without sending it away for a week or two), provide a loan machine, keep all the parts and accessories in stock... you get the idea.

 

[miskini]

Mac

You hit the nail on the head. They are a big thing here and they are rapidly expanding. We have a high end vacuum chain in the Detroit area called banks vacuum. It seems like they're on every corner.

 

[daknx1994]

Thanks sptyks for clearing that up, Mark I am not talking about Kirby and Riccar, there are also the price that we pay for Miele and Sebo and Dyson. It has always been this way, and yes I will happily pay these prices for these products. I will also happily sell these products for those prices, as that is what I do everyday. I have to feed my kids to you know...Well family. People make their living anyway they choose, hopefully the good way of course. As Spiraclean pointed out, I work for an independent company that represents these brands. Unlike Walmart, I actually demonstrate and sell these products versus just pinning them up on a wall. I also SERVICE them when they break down. I am there when someone needs a bag, belt and filter. I VALUE my time so, yes our products tend to cost more.

 

[daknx1994]

Mark I want you to know that I am sorry if I upset you in any way. Just please know that I felt offended by the comment you have made. I will be honest, if I could have the prices that you guys have across the pond, that would be awesome! Sadly though that is not the case. I will say that yes we do have expensive machines over here, but people are free to set the price they want for an item. That is why though there are places like ebay where you do not have to pay a high price. Now I love my job because not only do I get to work with vacuums, but I get to help educate people on what they need best for their home, and yes I have proudly sold Dyson's. So please take no offense to what I have said and to any others on here that may have taken my post as offensive. Who knew vacuum collecting could be so heated!

 

[marcusprit]

Hey i'm sorry if i offended you, i'm on the side of the consumer here. Of course the Dealer has to make a profit. I just think the mark up is a little high.

But if the American public are happy to pay it then that's cool.

 

[daknx1994]

Even on cheapie machines there is a markup. When I worked at Sears I could scan a product and see how much Sears paid for that product. Either way it is business I guess.

 

[danorob1]

Hello All - The official recall was issued today - you can find it on the CPSC Website -
Here is the E-mail I received from the Consumer Product Safety Commission Today -
Dan


U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814
www.cpsc.gov

1. Shark Vacuum Cleaners Recalled by Euro-Pro Due to Shock Hazard *********************************************************************************************************
Recall Date: April 21, 2015
Recall Number: 15-120

Shark Vacuum Cleaners Recalled by Euro-Pro Due to Shock Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Upright vacuum cleaners

Hazard: The aluminum wand can disconnect from the vacuum cleaner’s handle and remain energized with electricity, posing a risk of electric shock.

Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuum cleaners and contact Euro-Pro to receive a free replacement wand.

Consumer Contact: Euro-Pro toll-free at (877) 593-5140 from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, online at www.sharkrecall.com, or click on “Recall” at www.sharkclean.com or www.europro.com for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 142,000 in the United States and about 650 in Canada

Description: This recall involves four models of Shark® brand Rotator® Powered Lift-Away® series upright vacuum cleaners. They are either maroon or purple in color and have a clear plastic middle section. Shark and Rotator are printed on the front of the vacuum cleaners. They measure about 45 inches tall by 12 inches wide. Recalled model numbers include NV650W, NV651, NV652 and NV660. The model number is printed on a silver sticker on the upper right-hand corner of the back of the unit.

Models NV650W and NV652 are maroon. Model NV650W is sold directly to consumers by Euro-Pro and model NV652 is sold at retail stores. Models NV651 and NV660 are purple and are sold at retail stores. The date code is printed on the metal prong of the power plug and shows the week and year of manufacture in the WWYY format. Recalled units have date codes beginning with the number 48 or lower and ending with 14. Vacuum cleaners marked with a dimple or green circle sticker on the outside of the plastic cuff that holds the aluminum wand have been inspected by the firm and are not included in this recall.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 62 reports of incidents in which the aluminum wand disconnected from the vacuum cleaner’s handle. No injuries have been reported.

Sold at: Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy, Kohl’s, Lowes, Target and other stores nationwide, online at www.sharkclean.com and through television infomercials from August 2014 through March 2015 for between $250 and $350.

Importer: Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass.

Manufactured in: China

 

[miskini]

I just

Checked my email and I got the recall notice to.