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One World Technologies Recalls Electric Blowers Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Reported: March 2, 2017 Initiated: March 2, 2017 #17101

Product Description

This recall involves the Ryobi 8amp Electric Jet Fan Blowers with model number RY42102 and a serial number between EU15401D170001 and EU16239N999999. The model and serial numbers are printed on the data label on the bottom of the blower. The blower is black and green with "RYOBI" printed on the side of the blower. "8amp JET FAN" is also printed on the side of the blower.

Reason for Recall

The plastic fan inside the blower can break causing the fan blades to be discharged from either end of the blower tube, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric blowers and contact One World Technologies, Inc. for a free replacement.

Details

Units Affected
About 121,000 (In addition, about 1,900 were sold in Canada and 1,100 in Mexico)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Ryobi 8amp Electric Jet Fan Blowers with model number RY42102 and a serial number between EU15401D170001 and EU16239N999999. The model and serial numbers are printed on the data label on the bottom of the blower. The blower is black and green with "RYOBI" printed on the side of the blower. "8amp JET FAN" is also printed on the side of the blower.. Recalled by Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 121,000 (In addition, about 1,900 were sold in Canada and 1,100 in Mexico).
Why was this product recalled?
The plastic fan inside the blower can break causing the fan blades to be discharged from either end of the blower tube, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric blowers and contact One World Technologies, Inc. for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 2, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17101.