CPSC Recalls 764K RYOBI Pressure Washers After 32 Injuries

TTI Outdoor Power Equipment has recalled more than 764,000 Ryobi brushless electric pressure washers, models RY142300 and RY142711VNM, due to a serious safety hazard where the capacitors can overheat, burst, and eject parts forcefully, potentially causing injuries. The recall follows 135 reported incidents of capacitor overheating, including 41 explosions, resulting in 32 injuries such as fractures to fingers, hands, face, and eyes. These pressure washers, sold at Home Depot, Direct Tools Factory Outlet, and online from July 2017 to June 2024, are green units with a spray nozzle, detergent tank, and accessory storage. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled washers immediately and check if their model and serial number are affected via Ryobi's website to obtain a free repair kit with installation instructions; no proof of purchase is required. The company has provided a toll-free number for assistance and encourages customers to act promptly to avoid further risks. About 16,000 additional units were sold in Canada, and the washers were manufactured in Vietnam and China by TTI Outdoor Power Equipment in South Carolina.