CPSC Recall in 2018: Emerson Tool Company Recalls RIDGID Wet/Dry Vacuums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-220

Date: September 11, 2018

Product Name: RIDGID® NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums

Recall Description:

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.

Hazard Description:

The on/off switch can become dislodged and expose energized wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 208,000 (in addition, about 2,600 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

The Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com       from March 2018 through July 2018 for about $50 for the 6-gallon wet/dry vacuum and for about $60 for the 9-gallon wet/dry vacuum.

Manufactured In:

Mexico