CPSC2013-02-26
One World Technologies Recalls Ryobi Cordless Tool Battery Pack Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd. of China
Hazard
The battery pack can overheat and burst while on a charger, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the battery from the charger, stop using the recalled battery pack and contact One World Technologies for instructions on the free shipping and repair of the recalled product.
Sold at
The Home Depot stores nationwide and in Canada, online at Homedepot.com, and at other retailers from September 2012 to December 2012 for about $99.
Affected count
About 54,200 in the United States and 2,200 in Canada
Injuries reported
One World Technologies has received four reports of battery packs overheating, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Ryobi Lithium 18 V 4Ah Battery Pack
Consumer contact
One World Technologies, at (800) 597-9624 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, ET or online at www.ryobitools.com and click on Important Safety Information at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/One-World-Technologies-Recalls-Ryobi-Cordless-Tool-Battery-PackDon't want to check this manually?
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