Ryobi P113 Dual Chemistry Battery Chargers

CPSC Recall #14-014 — November 5, 2013

Recall #14-014 Date: November 5, 2013 Remedy: Replace

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