HP 1802M Cordless Drill (Ryobi) – fire hazard (2010)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Ryobi Model HP 1802M Cordless Power Drills
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Ryobi Model HP 1802M Cordless Power Drills. The hazard is: The switch on the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The Ryobi Model HP 1802M cordless drill is powered by an 18 volt rechargeable NiCad battery. The drills are blue and black in color with "Ryobi" appearing in red and white on the left side. The model number can be found on a white label on the right side of the drill.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The switch on the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drill, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Ryobi to receive a free replacement drill.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026