Ryobi Class Action Lawsuit Claims Pressure Washer Recall Provided Insufficient Solution for Consumers
A class action lawsuit alleges Ryobi’s recall of defective pressure washers places repair burdens on consumers and doesn’t guarantee safety.Summary
A California woman, Lauren Morgan, has filed a class action lawsuit against Ryobi, alleging that a recent recall of their electric pressure washers is insufficient to address a dangerous defect. The lawsuit claims that the recalled washers, sold between 2017 and 2024, have a tendency to overheat and explode due to faulty capacitors, resulting in injuries. While Ryobi issued a recall for approximately 764,000 units sold at Home Depot and other retailers, Morgan argues the provided repair kits require consumers to fix the problem themselves, rather than offering refunds or replacements, and don’t ensure the defect is resolved. The complaint further alleges that the recall was poorly publicized and violates California’s consumer warranty laws. Morgan seeks over $5 million in damages, injunctive relief to either fix the products or disclose their safety issues, and a corrective advertising campaign. The lawsuit also cites over 130 reported incidents, including 41 explosions and 32 injuries, prior to the recall.
(Source：AboutLawsuits.com)