CPSC recall 13-124, announced February 26, 2013, covers Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Ryobi Lithium 18 V 4Ah Battery Pack (about 54,200 units). The battery pack can overheat and burst while on a charger, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The notice cites 4 incident reports. 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. 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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: P108.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Ryobi brand, Lithium 18 V 4Ah battery packs, with model P108 and part number 130429028. The battery pack is green, silver and black. "Ryobi" and "Lithium+18V" are printed in white lettering on both sides of the battery pack. The model and part number can be found on the data plate located on the bottom of the battery pack.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy 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.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd. of China
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- 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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