CPSC Recall in 2016: One World Technologies Recalls Snow Blowers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-151

Date: April 26, 2016

Product Name: Snow blowers

Recall Description:

The snow blowers can overheat.

Hazard Description:

The snow blowers can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 300 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

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.

Sold At:

Online at www.homedepot.com from November 2015 through February 2016 for about $280 (unit only) and $350 (part of a kit which contains a Ryobi 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blower, a Ryobi 40-Volt Lithium Ion Battery, and a Ryobi 40-Volt Lithium Ion Battery Charger).

Manufactured In:

China