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WarningRecall #25127

TTI Outdoor Power Equipment Recalls RYOBI Battery-Powered Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

TTI Outdoor Power Equipment Inc., of Anderson, South Carolina · RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers

Recalled RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers (image 1 of 2)
Recalled RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers (image 1 of 2) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
Recalled RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers (image 2 of 2)
Recalled RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers (image 2 of 2) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain

Product Description

This recall involves certain RYOBI Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Self-Propelled Multi-Blade Push Mowers (40V HP). The mowers have a black cutting deck with gray top housing along with a black bag with "RYOBI" printed on it. The recall only includes model numbers RY401014BTLUS, RY401014US, RY401140US, RY401015BTLUS, RY401015US, RY401150US, RY401140US-Y, RY401150US-Y, RY401020, and RY401200 with the following serial numbers: KC21032D010001 - KC21327N999999. The model and serial numbers can be found on the mowers inside the green mower housing.

Hazard

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

Remedy

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.

Replace

Reported Injuries

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.

411 Press Analysis

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 CPSC has recalled about 217,500 (in addition, about 28,400 were sold in canada) of RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers, manufactured by TTI Outdoor Power Equipment Inc., of Anderson, South Carolina. The recall was announced on February 6, 2025. The recalled mowers have a push-on connector inside the powerhead that can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should discontinue use and receive a free replacement. The manufacturer has confirmed the recall and is providing remedy options to affected purchasers. Report any incidents involving this product to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.

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