Recall notice
RYOBI Pressure Washers recalled due to Projectile Hazard, United States
4 months ago •source cpsc.gov
United States
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment has issued a recall for RYOBI Electric Pressure Washers due to a projectile hazard. The recall affects units sold at Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores nationwide in the United States, as well as online at Homedepot website and Directtoolsoutlet website.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.
The recall involves:
- RYOBI Electric Pressure Washers
- Ryobi models RY142300 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.
- Approximately 764,000 units are recalled in the U.S., with an additional 16,000 in Canada.
PRODUCT: Electric 2300 PSI Pressure Washer
- Model Number: RY142300
- Serial Number Range:
EU17121D010001 through EU20256N180999
LT20211D140001 through LT21166D090999
RG22154D090001 through RG23182N140999
PRODUCT: Electric 2700 PSI Pressure Washer
- Model Number: RY142711VNM
- Serial Number Range:
LT21411D090001 through LT21425D090999
RG21411D010001 through RG23182N140999
The issue was identified after 135 reports of capacitors overheating, including 41 explosions, resulting in 32 injuries. The recall was initiated on August 28, 2025.
Source: www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/TTI-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Recalls-RYOBI-Pressure-Washers-Due-to-Projectile-Hazard-Risk-of-Serious-Injury
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