RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers

What you are looking at

Recalled RYOBI Mowers--Models RY401015BTLUS, RY401015US, RY401150US, RY401150US-Y, RY401020, and RY401200

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Affected model numbers

RY401014BTLUS RY401014US RY401140US RY401015BTLUS RY401015US RY401150US RY401140US-Y RY401150US-Y RY401020

Why it was recalled

The recalled mowers have a push-on connector inside the powerhead that can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incident reports to the firm

Injuries reported

SaferProducts.gov reports

TTI has received 97 reports of overheating while the mower was in use, including five reports of fires. Two minor burn injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mower and contact TTI Outdoor Power Equipment Inc. ("TTI") for instructions on how to disable the recalled mower and receive a free replacement 21" walk-behind mower.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerTTI Outdoor Power Equipment Inc., of Anderson, South Carolina

UnitsAbout 217,500 (In addition, about 28,400 were sold in Canada)

Made inUnited States

Sold atHome Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores nationwide, and online at www.homedepot.com and www.directtoolsoutlet.com

Sales periodFebruary 2021 – January 2025

Price$500 to $700

Category Power tools

How to reach the firm

Phone

800-597-9624

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

Recall page

https://ryobi.ryobitools.com/support/safety

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