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Health Canada Recalls Ryobi Hedge Trimmer Over Safety Risk

6/17/2025

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Health Canada has issued a recall for the Ryobi 40V cordless 24” hedge trimmer due to a serious safety concern: it may activate unexpectedly. Models RY40620VNM, RY40602VNM, and RY40602BTLVNM are affected. Users are urged to cease operation immediately and visit the company’s website for guidance on replacements. Alarmingly, one injury has already been reported in Canada.

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Health Canada has issued a recall for the Ryobi 40V cordless 24” hedge trimmer due to a serious safety concern: it may activate unexpectedly. Models RY40620VNM, RY40602VNM, and RY40602BTLVNM are affected. Users are urged to cease operation immediately and visit the company’s website for guidance on replacements. Alarmingly, one injury has already been reported in Canada.