Recall #13-124 · Published February 26, 2013

Ryobi Lithium 18 V 4Ah Battery Pack

One World Technologies Recalls Ryobi Cordless Tool Battery Pack Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for Ryobi Lithium 18 V 4Ah Battery Pack from Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd. of China on February 26, 2013. CPSC identifies this hazard: The battery pack can overheat and burst while on a charger, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The official remedy states: 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.

Ryobi lithium-ion 18 V 4Ah battery pack, model P108 and part number 130429028
Ryobi lithium-ion 18 V 4Ah battery pack, model P108 and part number 130429028
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Affected model numbers

P108
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Why it was recalled

The battery pack can overheat and burst while on a charger, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

One World Technologies has received four reports of battery packs overheating, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official 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.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd. of China
Recall number
13-124
Units
About 54,200 in the United States and 2,200 in Canada
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
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.
Importer
One World Technologies, Inc., of Anderson, S.C.

Ryobi Lithium 18 V 4Ah Battery Pack

CPSC product type: Batteries and Chargers

Recall contact information

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.

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