Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published April 26, 2016
Ryobi Snow Blowers Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards
Ryobi 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blowers with model numbers RY40802, RY40802A, or RY40822 have fire and burn risks. Return to One World Technologies for full refund.
“Ryobi Snow Blowers Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/4194-ryobi-snow-blowers-recall-fire-and-burn-hazards. Based on CPSC recall #6714 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/One-World-Technologies-Recalls-Snow-Blowers).
The CPSC announced on April 26, 2016, that One World Technologies is recalling Ryobi 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blowers due to fire and burn hazards. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow blowers and return them to One World Technologies for a full refund.
How to tell if you have it
Brand: Ryobi
Product: 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blowers
Model numbers: RY40802, RY40802A, RY40822
Item number: RY40802 on data label
Sold at: www.homedepot.com from November 2015 through February 2016
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow blowers and return them to One World Technologies for a full refund. Contact One World Technologies at (800) 597-9624 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.ryobitools.com and click on "Important Safety Notice" for more information.
The hazard
The snow blowers can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard. One World has received two reports of snow blowers overheating during or immediately after use. Of the two reports, one consumer reported seeing flames which were immediately extinguished. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China has 4 other recalls on record since 2013-02-26. Other recent recalls of similar products include Airova Air Purifiers Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards (2026-02-09), Lomi Waxing Kits Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards from Overheating Power Cord (2026-06-25), and Vevor Ice Crushers Recall: Fire Hazard from Thermal Event (2025-12-11).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for model numbers RY40802, RY40802A, or RY40822 on the packaging or data label. The snow blowers are black and green with two LED lights on the front and are about 22 inches wide by 43 inches tall.
Brand
Ryobi
Product
Ryobi Brushless Snow Blowers
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using It Now
Immediately stop using the recalled snow blowers to prevent fire or burn injuries.
Return for Refund
Return the snow blower to One World Technologies for a full refund.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow blowers and return them to One World Technologies for a full refund.
Take action
Contact Ryobi
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ryobi to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6714 — Ryobi Snow Blowers Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards
Hello,
I own a Ryobi Snow Blowers Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards that is covered by recall 6714 from Ryobi.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow blowers and return them to One World Technologies for a full refund.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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