CPSC recall 11-009, announced October 14, 2010, covers Ryobi Model HP 1802M Cordless Power Drills (about 455,000 units). The switch on the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 47 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drill, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Ryobi to receive a free replacement drill. Recall contact: call (800) 597-9624, or go to www.ryobitools.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
The model number can be found on a white label on the right side of the drill.
Which products are included?
The Ryobi Model HP 1802M cordless drill is powered by an 18 volt rechargeable NiCad battery. The drills are blue and black in color with "Ryobi" appearing in red and white on the left side. The model number can be found on a white label on the right side of the drill.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The switch on the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Ryobi has received 47 reports of the drills overheating, smoking, melting or catching fire, including 12 reports of property damage to homes or vehicles. Two of the incidents involved minor burns from touching an overheated switch.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drill, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Ryobi to receive a free replacement drill.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Ryobi Technologies
- Product type
- Drills
- Recall number
- 11-009
- Units
- About 455,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot from January 2001 to July 2003 for about $100.
- Importer
- Ryobi Technologies Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Ryobi Model HP 1802M Cordless Power Drills
CPSC product type: Drills
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Ryobi Customer Service at (800) 597-9624 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.ryobitools.com
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