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

Recalled February 26, 2013 · CPSC recall 13124 · One World Technologies

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

Hazard

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

Remedy

Repair

Units

About 54,200 in the United States and 2,200 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

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

Description

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.

What to do

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.

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.

Product

Ryobi Lithium 18 V 4Ah Battery Pack

Manufacturer(s)

Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd. of China

Imported by

One World Technologies, Inc., of Anderson, S.C.

Retailers

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.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →