Ryobi P113 Dual Chemistry Battery Chargers
CPSC Recall #14-014 — November 5, 2013
Product
Ryobi P113 Dual Chemistry Battery Chargers
Description
The battery pack can overheat and burst while on the charger.
Hazard
The chargers can malfunction, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
One World Technologies has received 25 reports of the P113 charger overheating, resulting in reports of property damage to the charger and its surroundings such as workbenches, countertops and carpeting.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove any battery from the charger, stop using the recalled charger, unplug it and contact One World Technologies for a free replacement charger.
Units Affected
About 578,000 in the United States and 49,000 in Canada
Sold At
Direct Tools Factory Outlet, The Home Depot and other retail stores nationwide and online at Homedepot.com from September 2007 to December 2009 individually and as part of a kit for between $30 and $270.
Manufactured In
China