RYOBI Electric Pressure Washers
CPSC Recall #25-452 — August 28, 2025
Product
RYOBI Electric Pressure Washers
Description
This recall involves Ryobi brushless electric pressure washers, models RY142300, RY142300VNM and RY142711VNM. The recalled pressure washers are green and have a spray nozzle, a detergent tank with a blue cap and storage for accessories. Ryobi is printed on the front of the unit. The model and following serial numbers can be found on the data plate located on the side of the motor housing: Model Number / NameSerial Number RangeRY142300 and RY142300VNM - Electric 2300 PSI Pressure WasherEU17121D010001 through EU20256N180999LT20211D140001 through LT22050D090960RG22062D150001 through RG23182N999999RY142711VNM - Electric 2700 PSI Pressure WasherLT21403D070001 through LT22046N090714RG21411D010001 through RG23182N999999
Hazard
The pressure washer's capacitor can overheat and burst, causing parts to be forcefully ejected, posing a risk of serious injury from impact to the user or bystanders.
Incidents / Injuries
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment has received 135 reports of capacitors overheating, including 41 reports of explosions, resulting in 32 injuries and/or fractures to the fingers, hands, face, and eyes.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and visit https://www.ryobitools.com/recall to determine if their pressure washer is included in the recall and to receive a free repair kit, including shipping and installation instructions. The repair kit consists of a replacement capacitor. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required.
Units Affected
About 764,000 (In addition, about 16,000 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores nationwide, and online at homedepot.com and directtoolsoutlet.com from July 2017 through June 2024 for between approximately $300 and $400.
Manufacturer
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment, Inc. (TTIOPE), of Anderson, South Carolina
Manufactured In
Vietnam and China