Quick answer

Replacing the Bissell PowerGlide 3071 pre-motor filter is a DIY job of about 10 minutes. Compatible pre-motor filters currently start at $9.77 (genuine Bissell OEM from $13.99). Replace it Every 3 months under normal use. Full step-by-step below.

The PowerGlide 3071 pre-motor filter is a washable foam/felt unit near the dirt tank. Replace it only when the foam crumbles or the felt tears; otherwise a rinse restores it. Pet hair and fine dust clog it faster than on a non-pet model.

Compatible Pre-Motor Filter for the Bissell PowerGlide 3071

Prices pulled from Amazon and verified September 2026. “OEM” is a genuine Bissell part; the rest are tested aftermarket options.

PartTypePriceRating
BISSELL Febreze Style 1214 Cleanview & PowerGlide Pet Replacement Filter - 12141 OEM $13.99 4.75★ (17,923) Buy on Amazon
Lemige 2 + 2 Pack 1008 Vacuum Filters for Bissell CleanView 1819, 1822, 1825, 1831, 1330, 1332,9595A Vacuums Replacement Filters Kit, Compare to Part # 2032663 & 1601502 Aftermarket $9.99
$5.00/ea
4.85★ (2,683) Buy on Amazon
1008 Vacuum Filters 2 + 2 Pack by Blutoget-Fit for Bissell 1008 CleanView Upright 9595A 1819 1822 1825 1831 1330 1332- Compare to Part 2032663 1601502(2 Pre-Motor Foam & 2 Post-Motor Filters 1 brush) Aftermarket $9.77
$4.88/ea
4.75★ (592) Buy on Amazon
2998 Filter Replacement Kit Compatible with Bissell 2998 Multiclean Lift-Off Pet Vacuum, Fit for Bissell 2998 2999 2849 3000 3057 28492 31259 3399 2852 31269 3125W Vacuum, Part 1625641 (3+6 Pack) Aftermarket $16.98
$2.83/ea
4.85★ (216) Buy on Amazon

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About the Bissell PowerGlide 3071

The Bissell PowerGlide Pet Slim 3071 is a corded bagless upright. Its washable pre-motor filter protects the motor from fine pet dust and is the filter that clogs first and cuts suction if neglected.

Step-by-Step: Replacing the Bissell PowerGlide 3071 Pre-Motor Filter

1
Power off and unplug
Switch off and unplug the PowerGlide 3071 before opening the tank area.
2
Remove the dirt tank
Lift out the dirt tank to expose the pre-motor filter.
3
Remove the filter
Take out the foam/felt pre-motor filter and clear caked pet dust from the housing.
4
Fit new (or washed, dry) filter
Seat the filter back in place; if reusing, confirm it's fully dry.
5
Reassemble and test
Refit the tank, plug in and confirm suction.

⚠ Common mistakes on the PowerGlide 3071

The PowerGlide mistake with pets is leaving the filter too long between washes, so suction quietly drops. The second is refitting it damp — always air-dry, and never use hot water or detergent.

✓ OEM vs aftermarket for the PowerGlide 3071

PowerGlide filters are inexpensive aftermarket and equal to Bissell's in function — confirm the listing names the 3071. A spare set keeps you cleaning while one dries, which matters in a pet household.

🔁 How often to replace

The Bissell PowerGlide 3071 pre-motor filter should be replaced Every 3 months under normal use — sooner with pets or daily heavy use. Signs it's due: Reduced suction.

How we made this page: the steps are written for the Bissell PowerGlide 3071 specifically; the compatible-part list is pulled from our parts database and price-checked against Amazon. Last verified September 2026.