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Recalled Ryobi Electric Pressure Washer, model RY142300 -
Recalled Ryobi Electric Pressure Washer, model RY142711VNM -
The model and serial number can be found on the data plate located on the side of the motor housing.
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.
About 764,000 (In addition, about 16,000 were sold in Canada)
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment toll-free at 800-597-9624 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://www.ryobitools.com/recall or https://www.ryobitools.com/ and click on “Important Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves Ryobi brushless electric pressure washers, models RY142300, RY142300VNM 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. The model and following serial numbers can be found on the data plate located on the side of the motor housing:
| Model Number / Name | Serial Number Range |
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| RY142300 and RY142300VNM - Electric 2300 PSI Pressure Washer | EU17121D010001 through EU20256N180999 LT20211D140001 through LT22050D090960 RG22062D150001 through RG23182N999999 |
| RY142711VNM - Electric 2700 PSI Pressure Washer | LT21403D070001 through LT22046N090714 RG21411D010001 through RG23182N999999 |
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and visit https://www.ryobitools.com/recall to determine if their pressure washer is included in the recall and to receive a free repair kit, including shipping and installation instructions. The repair kit consists of a replacement capacitor. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required.
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment has received 135 reports of capacitors overheating, including 41 reports of explosions, resulting in 32 injuries and/or fractures to the fingers, hands, face, and eyes.
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