Dyson DC17 Animal Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum

This vacuum does clean very well but could benefit from some design improvements.

For $500 it should feature a retractable cord and a headlight. Within the first 15 months of ownership I had a brush head break plus its replacement. Additionally, the waste canister broke and was expensive to replace. I find it difficult to keep the waste canister cleaned out properly. The button to release the retractable hose is quite stubborn and requires brute hand strength. Lastly, the pet turbo hand attachment will not stay secured when vacuuming steps.