Potential Burn Hazard Triggers Canada-Wide Recall of Hand-Held Steam Cleaner

This photo provided by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission shows the Bissell Steam Shot Handheld Steam Cleaner. Some 3.3 million steam cleaners are being recalled across North America due to a burn hazard that has resulted in more than 150 injuries reported by consumers. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission via AP

Health Canada is recalling a brand of hand-held steam cleaners after reports of burn injuries from escaping steam or hot water.

The recall affects more than 350,000 Bissell-branded Steam Shot hand-held steam cleaners that may pose a burn hazard when steam is released or when the water heats during use, Health Canada said in its advisory, updated on Feb. 20.