One World Technologies Recalls Ryobi Cordless Tool Battery Pack Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 13124 · announced February 26, 2013 · Techtronic Industries (dongguan) Co. Ltd. Of China · 54,200 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The battery pack can overheat and burst while on a charger, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
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
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): One World Technologies has received four reports of battery packs overheating, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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.
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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.