Is your vacuum head cracked or the brush roll motor dead? Learn how to find the right replacement floor nozzle for your Shark Navigator NV352, NV360, or NV501.
The floor nozzle is the “engine room” of your Shark Navigator. It contains the brush roll, the brush motor, and the headlights. Over time, the plastic can crack, the motor can burn out, or the small wheels can snap off.
Is your vacuum head cracked or the brush roll motor dead? Learn how to find the right replacement floor nozzle for your Shark Navigator NV352, NV360, or NV501.
- Symptoms: Brush roll won’t spin even after clearing clogs, Cracked plastic causing suction leaks, Headlights are dead and won’t turn on, Floor nozzle wheels are broken
- Tools: none
- Difficulty: Easy
If your repairs haven’t fixed the brush roll, it might be cheaper and faster to replace the entire floor nozzle assembly. Here is how to pick the right one.
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1. Identify Your Model Number
Shark makes dozens of “Navigator” vacuums, and the floor nozzles are not all interchangeable. You must find your model number (found on a white sticker on the back of the motor pod).
Common Models:
- NV350, NV351, NV352: These use the “Original” white/lavender or blue nozzle.
- NV360, NV361: These use the “Blue/Silver” Professional nozzle.
- NV500, NV501: These are “Rotator/Navigator” hybrids and use a different neck connection.
2. OEM (Original) vs. After-Market
When shopping for a new head, you will see two options:
- Shark Original (OEM): Guaranteed to fit and usually higher quality plastic. More expensive ($60 - $85).
- After-Market (Third-Party): Often found on Amazon for $45 - $55. These work well but the lights might be dimmer and the brush motor may not be as powerful.
OUR TIP: If you have thick carpets, stick with an Original Shark part. The motor torque is significantly better for deep cleaning.
3. Compatibility Checklist
Before you buy, ensure the nozzle matches these three things:
- Pin Configuration: Look at the metal electrical pins on your vacuum wand. Does the replacement nozzle have 2 pins or 3 pins? They must match exactly.
- Neck Width: Older Navigators have a slightly wider intake neck than newer “Lift-Away Deluxe” models.
- The Locking Clip: Ensure the red “Click-to-Lock” button is in the same position as your current nozzle.
4. How to Install the New Nozzle
Installing the replacement is the easiest repair you’ll ever do:
- Press the release button at the bottom of the wand.
- Pull the old nozzle off.
- Slide the new nozzle on until it “clicks.”
- Standard! No tools required.
5. What to Do with the Old Nozzle?
Don’t throw the old one in the trash immediately.
- Save the Brush Roll: If it’s still in good shape, keeps it as a spare.
- Save the Wheels: Small vacuum wheels are hard to find; having a spare set can save you from buying another nozzle in the future.
| Spare Part | Purpose |
|---|---|
| NV350 Series | 117FFJ |
| NV360 Series | 155FFJ |
| NV501 Series | 129FFJ |
| ZU Series | 1422FC500 |