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18 reports to CPSC, the latest made Sep 7, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

  • 18reports to CPSC
  • Sep 7, 2026the latest report was made
  • Jul 9, 2011the earliest
  • 9with the company’s comments
Brand
Ryobi
Makers
One World Technologies, Inc., HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC. and MTD PRODUCTS INC.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product
String trimmers and edgersPowered, not brush cuttersCPSC’s product type: Lawn Trimmers or Edgers, Powered (Excl. Brushcutters) (code 1464), in Yard & Garden: Gardening & Landscaping

By month

4 reports from October 2025 to September 2026; the most in September 2026, 1. 14 earlier reports, since July 2011, are in the table.
The numbers, as a table
Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
MonthReports
September 20261
August 20261
July 20261
April 20261
June 20251
September 20241
June 20231
July 20221
August 20211
July 20161
May 20161
October 20151
July 20131
April 20131
June 20123
July 20111

How badly anyone was hurt

  • Emergency room 1 CPSC: Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received
  • Seen by a doctor or nurse 1 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
  • First aid 3 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
  • Hurt, no treatment 2 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  • No one hurt 9 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
  • No incident, no one hurt 2 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

Source:

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

  1. No incident, no one hurt

    Made Sep 7, 2026, sent to the company Sep 10, 2026, published by CPSC Sep 24, 2026

    The product, in the report: Ryobi expand it trimmer

    While using string trimmer the motor caught fire which also caught the housing on fire.

    Model
    Ry40006VNM
    Serial number
    RG23405D210238
    Bought from
    The home depot
    Bought
    Dec 15, 2023, about then
    Where
    Wichita, Kansas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 29, Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    No Incident, No Injury
  2. No one hurt

    Made Aug 9, 2026, sent to the company Aug 12, 2026, published by CPSC Aug 26, 2026

    The product, in the report: 40V 15 in. Expand-It Cordless Battery Attachment Capable String Trimmer with 4.0 Ah Battery and Charger

    I was Trimming a lawn and it caught fire.

    Model
    RY40006VNM
    Serial number
    314778102
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    Jun 1, 2023, about then
    Where
    La Grange, Kentucky: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  3. No one hurt

    Made Jul 15, 2026, sent to the company Jul 24, 2026, published by CPSC Aug 7, 2026

    The product, in the report: Ryobi cordless 40V HP string trimmer

    String trimmer overheated and started blowing black/blue smoke. Smelled like fire.

    Model
    RY40HPPHO1
    Serial number
    RG24325D240543
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    Jul 20, 2025
    Where
    St Louis, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  4. Emergency room

    Made Apr 27, 2026, sent to the company May 11, 2026, published by CPSC May 26, 2026

    The product, in the report: Edge Trimmer

    Caller stated that he experienced similar problems as recall 25-334. Caller stated that when he heard of the recall, he contacted the company about the product, and they informed him that his model was not included in the recall. While the product disengaged, he was putting it after use and holding it with one hand and placing the plastic cover over it when it activated and lacerated two of his right ring and middle fingers which were also fractured. He went to an urgent center and received 14 stiches and splint for his fingers. Caller stated that he contacted the manufacturer several times and they informed him that someone would contact him. No one has contacted him as yet.

    On Thursday, April 2, 2026, I was cleaning up my yard with my granddaughter. We were finished and I was putting away all of the tools. I was holding the Ryobi hedge trimmer with my left hand and getting ready to put the sheath on when the hedge trimmer activated, severely lacerating the middle and ring fingers on my right hand. I immediately covered them with a towel and my wife (and granddaughter) took me to an Urgent Care facility. Attached is the Office Visit report. I received about 14 stitches total in both fingers. X-rays indicated two fractures of those fingers.

    The attending physician told me to see a hand surgeon to evaluate the extent of my injuries. Coincidently, I had an appointment schedules for [REDACTED] for a potential carpel tunnel surgery. I met with [REDACTED]. He performed X-rays and inspected the wounds. He gave me a care protocol and scheduled a follow-up on April 13. I met with him again on April 13, and the stitches were removed. I have to wear a finger splint for the next 5 weeks, limiting what I can do including difficulty eating, like cutting food, household tasks and golf. Attached are copies of the notes from those visits.

    Last year, I received a recall notice email from The Home Depot, dated Jun 24, 2025 regarding a recall of this hedge trimmer. Included in the email was a link to a website to check the model and serial number to determine of if mine was recalled. It was not included. This is the nameplate.

    After the laceration on April 2, I rechecked to make sure the hedge trimmer was included; it was not.

    On April 6, I called the a number on the email notice ([REDACTED]). I talked to a representative and described the accident and my injuries. The person took down all of my information, apologized and told me that I was being transferred to another number ([REDACTED]). I went back over all of the details of my injury. I told this person that I would not use the hedge trimmer again and that I wanted a replacement. I told the person that I had checked the serial number and it was not included in the original email and that they may have a bigger problem. The person told me that a Safety Person would call me for further details. I have not received a follow-up call. It has been 13 days as of this report date. Next Steps: - I would like to discuss the accident with a Ryobi Safety Representative to describe the events and my concern of a larger issue than was originally reported. - Obtain a replacement hedge trimmer (I will no longer use the one that injured me). - Decide what further actions are necessary to put this accident behind me.

    Model
    RY40602VNM
    Serial number
    LT20514N110063
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Pennsylvania
    Bought
    Apr 30, 2022, about then
    Where
    North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 72, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received
  5. First aid

    Made Jun 2, 2025, sent to the company Jun 16, 2025, published by CPSC Jul 1, 2025

    The product, in the report: string Trimmer and edger

    Model # RY40226. RYOBI 40V Expand-It Cordless Battery Attachment Capable Trimmer Power Head, equipment caught on fire with Battery being attached. equipment was not attached to the wall.

    Model
    Model # RY40226
    UPC
    UPC Code # 0463
    Bought from
    Homedepot
    Bought
    Nov 16, 2023
    Where
    Fairfax, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 51, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
  6. Hurt, no treatment

    Made Sep 2, 2024, sent to the company Sep 6, 2024, published by CPSC Sep 20, 2024

    The product, in the report: Tribute battery powered weed whacked with 40V battery.

    Flames shot out of my Ryobi weed whacker. The engine got vey hit from this and burned my arm.

    Model
    RY40006VNM
    Serial number
    RG 23074D210012
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    Jul 1, 2023
    Where
    Purcellville, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 59, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  7. No incident, no one hurt

    Made Jun 12, 2023, sent to the company Jun 14, 2023, published by CPSC Jun 29, 2023

    The product, in the report: Ryobi 40V Whisper 17-inch carbon fiber shaft string trimmer

    The on/off switch gets stuck in the on position and cannot be turned off until the battery is removed. Occasionally the product will not turn on or will turn on sporadically.

    Model
    RY402011VNM
    Serial number
    LT22026N010412
    Bought from
    The Home Depot
    Bought
    May 15, 2022
    Where
    Crown Point, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 32, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    No Incident, No Injury
  8. First aid

    Made Jul 18, 2022, sent to the company Jul 22, 2022, published by CPSC Aug 5, 2022

    The product, in the report: Ryobi 40V 15” Cordless String Trimmer

    I was burned on y forearm by hot motor unit of trimmer. A ryobi 15” battery powered string trimmer. Was trimming grass/weeds first time using the product. Attempts to talk with the manufacturer have proven difficult/impossible. My forearm was in contact or near to the motor unit will in operation.

    Model
    RY40250
    UPC
    046396024237
    Serial number
    LT22022N040317
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Missouri
    Bought
    Jul 8, 2022
    Where
    Harrisonville, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 51, Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
  9. No one hurt

    Made Aug 25, 2021, sent to the company Aug 30, 2021, published by CPSC Sep 21, 2021

    The product, in the report: 40 volt string trimmer

    Product caught fire. Returned for exchange second caught fire first time I used it

    Bought from
    Home Depot, Florida
    Bought
    Jul 9, 2021, about then
    Where
    Palm beach gardens, Florida: Unspecified
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  10. No one hurt

    Made Jul 7, 2016, sent to the company Jul 15, 2016, published by CPSC Aug 2, 2016

    The product, in the report: Ryobi P2000 12” String Trimmer/Edger - Blue and Black and Silver with some Yellow-Orange.

    Ryobi Model: P2000 12” String Trimmer/Edger Serial Number: BML 0631341 I have a Ryobi P2000 12” String Trimmer. It was purchased at Home Depot on 05/31/2008 so I have gotten good life out of it but recently my grandson was trimming for me and discovered a serious problem. He used 2 batteries to get through the trimming job. The 2nd one got very hot and melted the plastic surrounding the positive contact and then he inspected the 1st battery he used and found that it was slightly melted at the positive contact. The positive contact inside the socket of the Trimmer was brown and the negative was normal silver color. I want to let someone know about this so that nobody gets hurt by the overheating. I can’t find out on the Home Depot site anyone to contact and no links on the Ryobitools site really relate to reporting incidents like this. I have stopped using those two batteries, my P2000 Trimmer, and my P125 6 port charger.

    Model
    P2000
    Serial number
    BLM0631341
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    May 31, 2008
    Where
    Auburn, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 17, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Other Relative
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  11. No one hurt

    Made May 22, 2016, sent to the company May 31, 2016, published by CPSC Jun 14, 2016

    The product, in the report: Ryobi “Expandit” string gas trimmer

    I was using my Ryobi gas string trimmer and noticed that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank at the point where the fuel lines enter the tank. Fearing that the fuel would catch fire and possibly explode, I immediately stopped using it. This has happened before, but I just now located the source of the fuel leak. I believe this is a defective product because there is no washer or other seal to prevent fuel from leaking. This product should be recalled. It is a Ryobi gas string trimmer model number SS26 - Ry28045.

    Model
    Ryobi Model number SS26 RY28045
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Tennessee
    Bought
    May 1, 2013, about then
    Where
    Memphis, Tennessee: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 53, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  12. Seen by a doctor or nurse

    Made Oct 26, 2015, sent to the company Nov 3, 2015, published by CPSC Nov 25, 2015

    The product, in the report: Ryobi 2 cyle gas trimmer, commercial

    I was using a RYOBI 2 cycle gas trimmer with bush trimming attachment. The plastic fuel line from the gas tank to the engine disconnected and the gas leaked out and caught fire. My right hand had a glove which caught fire (which was holding the trimmer on the handle next to the fuel tank), the right side of my short sleeve shirt caught fire, and my right arm sustained second degree burns.

    I was able to put fire out with fire extinguisher, and removed glove and shirt before I sustained more extensive burns.

    This fuel line disconnecting was a recurrent problem. Before this occurred, I had just filled the tank and carefully re-attached the fuel line. However, there is no clamp that secures the plastic fuel line to the male receptacle on the engine that would help prevent this small plastic fuel line from disconnecting.

    Where
    Durham, North Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 60, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
  13. No one hurt

    Made Jul 27, 2013, sent to the company Aug 5, 2013, published by CPSC Aug 19, 2013

    The product, in the report: Ryobi gasoline powered weedwacker

    Parts come off the flywheel/rotor assembly and create the equivalent of a small fragmentation grenade, posing a serious risk of injury or even death to the operator. This has happened to both the original flywheel and the replacement installed approximately two years ago. I have already submitted this complaint and was advised by a person named [REDACTED] at [REDACTED] that she would be sending me more information to my email address. It has yet to appear after a week at least, and the phone number will not go thru to anyone.

    Model
    CS30020B
    Serial number
    AH3121380 11-05
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    Apr 20, 2006, about then
    Where
    Ellicott City, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 65, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  14. Hurt, no treatment

    Made Apr 15, 2013, sent to the company Apr 23, 2013, published by CPSC May 7, 2013

    The product, in the report: Ryobi String Trimmer SS30 model # RY30041A

    I pulled out my Ryobi [weed trimmer] to use this spring. Filled it with gas and tried to start it. After 3 pulls the thing caught fire! Lucky I was outside and near a hose after inspecting it I noticed the fuel lines used are not of fuel grade quality. I had to purchase a new fuel take to replace the lines and inspecting the old and new tanks neither are very safe, there are just holes drilled into the tank for the fuel lines to come out. No seal and they can leak fuel at any givin time. After getting it running and cutting weeds I smelled gas and it caught fire again this time the fuel primer bulb cracked leaking gas on the hor cylinder head causing fire. The primer bulb does not appear to be of fuel grade material either and to replace it Ryobi says I have to buy a brand new carb.

    Model
    RY30041A
    Serial number
    AG2250030
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    May 1, 2005
    Where
    stockton, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 50, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  15. No one hurt

    Made Jun 27, 2012, sent to the company Jul 11, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 25, 2012

    The product, in the report: Gas weed wacker.

    The plastic gas tank of the weed wacker leaks gas from the seam. Of you [REDACTED] roybi gas tank leak you will find that this is a common problem which is obviously a safety hazard. The model is 890r, the serial number is 012045716 and the ppn # is 41BD890A034.

    The unit has never been damaged. The tank simply leaks at a seam because it is defective.

    Model
    890r
    Serial number
    012045716
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Where
    Kalamazoo, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 58, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by MTD PRODUCTS INC.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  16. No one hurt

    Made Jun 26, 2012, sent to the company Jul 23, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 6, 2012

    The product, in the report: Weed eater

    The consumer stated that he has been using the weed eater for approximately a year. The consumer stated that he noticed 12/15/2012 that the plastic gas tank (part# 308675021) was leaking. The consumer stated that he continued using the weed eater even though gas has been leaking out of the tank while in use.

    The consumer stated that on 06/21/2012 he decided to order the part and that he would replace it. The consumer stated that when he contacted the manufacturer to order part and they stated that they had the orders of the part backed up to almost 500 parts that were requested.

    The consumer stated that he has not been injured.

    The consumer stated that this was a fire hazard and he believes this product should be investigated.

    Model
    26540
    Serial number
    Unknown
    Bought from
    Lowes, Texas
    Bought
    Jul 30, 2011, about then
    Where
    Port Aransas, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  17. No one hurt

    Made Jun 7, 2012, sent to the company Jun 15, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 29, 2012

    The product, in the report: Ryobi Touch Start Model RY29550 electric start gasoline powered string trimmer sold by The Home Depot.

    While trying to start my Ryobi Touch Start Model RY29550 electric start gasoline powered string trimmer, the fuel line crumbled spilling fuel down the engine and on to my hands. Fortunately this was a cold start and not a restart while trimming, so nothing caught fire.

    It is still an extreme fire risk as the fuel line material is damaged by the fuel and could fail even while the engine is hot and running. The fuel line material should be changed to something not effected by gasoline or ethanol blends to prevent fire risks.

    Model
    Ryobi Touch Start Model RY29550
    Serial number
    ATL0860753
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    Jun 18, 2008, about then
    Where
    High Island, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 49, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by One World Technologies, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  18. First aid

    Made Jul 9, 2011, published by CPSC Jul 29, 2011

    The product, in the report: Universal power head for string trimmer, edger, blower, etc. AC electric powered, plugs into a standard extension cord.

    I was using the power head with the edger attachment. During use, the handle slipped and rotated, I slipped and lost my balance, and the out of control edger ran over my foot. Upon further inspection, it appears that the threads on the plastic nut used to secure the handle stripped out, and failed to keep the handle tight.

    Model
    RY15122
    Serial number
    BMP0271524
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Alabama
    Bought
    Jul 8, 2011
    Where
    Huntsville, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 31, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Ryobi, made or sold by HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

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