RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 15, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers

Brand: RYOBI

Hazards: Strangulation Hazard, Laceration Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #10307 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers
Brand RYOBI
Category Automotive
Recall Number 10307
Hazard Strangulation Hazard, Laceration Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date June 12, 2025
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety Database
Record Type: Product Recall
Recall ID: 10307
Recall Number: 25334
Date Published: June 12, 2025

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1. Recall Summary

This recall involves RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers. The recall was initiated by TTI Outdoor Power Equipment Inc. (TTIOPE), of Anderson, South Carolina. The products were manufactured in Vietnam. The recall was published on June 12, 2025. Approximately 113,000 units were sold in the United States, and an additional 15,000 units were sold in Canada.

2. Affected Products

The recalled products are RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers with the following model numbers: RY40620VNM, RY40602VNM, and RY40602BTLVNM. The recall includes units with serial numbers within the ranges LT21091D180001 through LT22365D060025 and RG23125N250001 through RG24252D101110. The model and serial numbers are located on the data plate on the bottom of the trimmer. The trimmers were sold at Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com and www.directtoolsoutlet.com from March 2021 through January 2025 for a price between $90 and $160.

3. Hazard Information

The hedge trimmer blade can unexpectedly activate after pressing just the safety or trigger control individually, rather than requiring the user to engage both the safety and trigger controls simultaneously. This poses a laceration hazard. The firm has received 27 reports of the blade activating after pressing just one of the controls. This includes 16 reports of injuries that resulted in minor and some severe lacerations.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers. Consumers should visit https://www.ryobitools.com/recall to determine if their trimmer is included in the recall. The recalled trimmer must be returned to TTI Outdoor Power Equipment (TTIOPE) in order to receive a free replacement trimmer. A pre-paid label will be provided for the return. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required. TTIOPE is contacting all known purchasers.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy is a replacement. Consumers who return the recalled trimmer to TTIOPE will receive a free replacement trimmer.

6. Contact Information

Consumers may contact TTIOPE toll-free at 800-597-9624 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the recall website at https://www.ryobitools.com/recall or go to https://www.ryobitools.com/ and click on “Important Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information. For Canadian consumers, additional information is available at the Health Canada recall notice linked at https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/ryobi-branded-cordless-24-hedge-trimmer-recalled-due-potential-laceration-hazard.

Recall Timeline

  • **June 12, 2025** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#10307).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
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