Ryobi Brushless Snow Blowers recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 26, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

One World Technologies Recalls Snow Blowers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Recall number

16151

Brand / firm

Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China

Sold / distributed

Online at www.homedepot.com from November 2015 through February 2016 for about $280 (unit only) and $350 (part of a kit which contains a Ryobi 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blower, a Ryobi 40-Volt Lithium Ion Battery, and a Ryobi 40-Volt Lithium Ion Battery Charger).

Why it was recalled

The snow blowers can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves Ryobi 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blowers. Item number RY40802 is printed on the data label on the back of the blowers. The snow blowers are black and green with two LED lights located on the front of the unit and are approximately 22 inches wide by 43 inches tall. "RYOBI" is printed on the front of the snow blowers. The models included in this recall are RY40802, RY40802A and RY40822. The model numbers are printed on the packaging. "40 V" is printed on each side of the snow blowers.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow blowers and return them to One World Technologies for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.