Table of contents
- Latest Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit Updates
- September 25, 2026: Defendants Answer the Amended Complaint
- September 15, 2026: Court Sets a Schedule Through Trial Pool
- September 11, 2026: Plaintiff Files an Amended Complaint
- September 8, 2026: Rule 16 Pretrial Conference Is Held
- August 28, 2026: Defendants Answer the Original Complaint
- August 13, 2026: Judge Dismisses Eight of Ten Counts
- June 30, 2026: Court Hears Oral Argument on the Motion to Dismiss
- April 29, 2026: Pennsylvania Attorney General May Intervene
- April 17, 2025: Defendants Move to Dismiss the Complaint
- February 21, 2025: Class Action Complaint Is Filed
- February 6, 2025: Recall of RYOBI 40-Volt Mowers Announced
- What Is the Ryobi Lawn Mower Fire Hazard?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Reported Injuries or Damages
- Recall and Regulatory Background
- Evidence to Preserve
- Filing Deadlines
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Is There a Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit?
- Has the Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit Settled?
- Can I Join the Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit?
- How Do I Get My Ryobi Battery Replaced After the Recall?
RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21″ cordless walk-behind mowers have a push-on connector inside the powerhead that can overheat. A putative class action, Lilly v. RYOBI Technologies, Inc., was filed over these mowers on February 21, 2025.
The case is pending in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Only the two implied-warranty claims remain after an August 13, 2026 ruling. No class has been certified, no MDL exists and no settlement has been reached.
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment recalled about 217,500 of the mowers on February 6, 2025. Owners should stop using them.
Latest Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit Updates
September 25, 2026: Defendants Answer the Amended Complaint
RYOBI Technologies and TTI Outdoor Power Equipment filed their answer to the plaintiff’s amended complaint in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (Dkt. 40).
September 15, 2026: Court Sets a Schedule Through Trial Pool
Judge Juan R. Sanchez entered a scheduling order for the remaining implied-warranty claims (Dkt. 39). Discovery is due April 5, 2027, and dispositive and Daubert motions are due May 5, 2027.
The final pretrial conference is set for June 7, 2027. The trial pool is set for June 14, 2027. These court deadlines do not decide the merits of the claims.
September 11, 2026: Plaintiff Files an Amended Complaint
Plaintiff Justin Lilly filed an amended complaint against RYOBI Technologies and TTI Outdoor Power Equipment (Dkt. 37). The filing came after the August 13, 2026 ruling dismissed eight of the original ten counts.
September 8, 2026: Rule 16 Pretrial Conference Is Held
The court held a telephonic Rule 16 pretrial conference before Judge Sanchez on this date. An order dated August 31, 2026 set the conference (Dkt. 36). It took place after both defendants answered the original complaint on August 28, 2026.
The minute entry for the conference is dated September 14, 2026 (Dkt. 38). A scheduling order followed on September 15, 2026.
August 28, 2026: Defendants Answer the Original Complaint
RYOBI Technologies and TTI Outdoor Power Equipment answered the original complaint on this date (Dkt. 35). The court’s August 13, 2026 ruling had set the deadline for the answer (Dkt. 34).
The answer came after the court denied the personal-jurisdiction and venue challenges. Two implied-warranty counts were left for the defendants to answer. Plaintiff Justin Lilly then filed an amended complaint on September 11, 2026.
August 13, 2026: Judge Dismisses Eight of Ten Counts
District Judge Juan R. Sanchez granted in part and denied in part the defendants’ motion to dismiss in the mower class action (Dkt. 33, 34) [1]. The court denied the personal jurisdiction and venue challenges.
Eight counts were dismissed with prejudice. They were unjust enrichment, express warranty, fraudulent concealment, strict liability, strict liability design defect, negligent failure to warn, negligent design defect and negligence. The two implied-warranty counts proceed.
June 30, 2026: Court Hears Oral Argument on the Motion to Dismiss
The court held oral argument on the defendants’ motion to dismiss the class action (Dkt. 32). It had postponed the argument first set for April 28, 2026 (Dkt. 29).
Counsel were told to address two questions: the constitutionality of Pennsylvania’s long-arm statute, and whether the warranty claims fail for insufficient notice (Dkt. 28).
April 29, 2026: Pennsylvania Attorney General May Intervene
The court ordered that the Pennsylvania Attorney General may intervene in the case on or before May 28, 2026 (Dkt. 31).
On April 23, 2026, the court had certified the defendants’ constitutional challenge to Pennsylvania’s long-arm statute to the Attorney General (Dkt. 30).
April 17, 2025: Defendants Move to Dismiss the Complaint
RYOBI Technologies and TTI Outdoor Power Equipment moved to dismiss the case (Dkt. 16). They also gave notice of a constitutional challenge to a Pennsylvania statute (Dkt. 17).
February 21, 2025: Class Action Complaint Is Filed
Justin Lilly filed a class action complaint against RYOBI Technologies and TTI Outdoor Power Equipment in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (Dkt. 1) [2]. The suit followed the February 6, 2025 recall of the mowers.
The original complaint pleaded ten counts. Lilly is the named plaintiff for a proposed class of buyers. The complaint’s claims are allegations only.
February 6, 2025: Recall of RYOBI 40-Volt Mowers Announced
CPSC announced recall 25-127 of about 217,500 RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21″ mowers [3]. Health Canada announced the joint recall of about 28,400 mowers sold in Canada.
What Is the Ryobi Lawn Mower Fire Hazard?
According to Health Canada, the recalled RYOBI mowers have a push-on connector inside the powerhead. It can overheat, posing a potential fire hazard [4].
The class action concerns the same 40-volt walk-behind mowers and was filed after the recall, in a case that Justin Lilly brought for buyers of the mowers.
Who May Be Affected?
People who bought a RYOBI 40V HP 21″ cordless walk-behind mower between February 2021 and January 2025 may be affected. The recall identifies the mowers by these details:
- Model numbers: RY401014BTLUS, RY401014US, RY401140US, RY401015BTLUS, RY401015US, RY401150US, RY401140US-Y, RY401150US-Y, RY401020 or RY401200
- Serial numbers: KC21032D010001 – KC21327N999999, printed with the model number inside the green mower housing
- Where sold: Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores nationwide and online, for between $500 and $700.
People who lost money or were hurt by an overheating mower may also be affected. No class has been certified. Each situation depends on its own facts, so a legal review is individual.
Reported Injuries or Damages
The CPSC recall notice says TTI received 97 reports of overheating while the mower was in use, including five reports of fires. Two minor burn injuries have been reported. These figures come from the regulator and are not court findings.
Health Canada lists 1 report of overheating with fire in Canada as of January 24, 2025, and no injuries there.
The complaint alleges buyers paid for a defective, dangerous product and lost value or money. A SlashGear report on the complaint says it also alleges the recall may leave some consumers potentially without recourse [5].
The report adds that owners must show proof of ownership, and replacements are expected to be tool-only, without batteries or chargers.
Recall and Regulatory Background
CPSC recall 25-127 is TTI’s recall, and the class action follows it. A recall does not by itself establish liability.
Owners can call TTI toll-free at 800-597-9624 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. They can also visit ryobi.ryobitools.com/support/safety.
Evidence to Preserve
Keep these items if a RYOBI mower overheated, caught fire or caused a loss:
- The mower itself, if you still have it
- The model and serial number
- The purchase receipt, order confirmation or retailer account record
- Photographs of any overheating, smoke, melted parts or damage
- Medical records for any burn
- Repair or replacement costs
- Every message with TTI, RYOBI or the retailer about the recall
Store paper and digital copies together in one safe place. Add new records, such as recall messages and receipts, as they arrive.
Filing Deadlines
Time limits for a mower claim come from state law. They vary with where the person lives and when the mower overheated or the loss happened.
A claim can end if its deadline passes, even when the facts behind it are strong. Asking early leaves more time to act.
For a Ryobi mower claim, a lawyer can tell the person which deadline fits their state and their dates, so a call to one soon is a sound step.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is There a Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit?
Yes, there is a Ryobi lawn mower lawsuit. It is a putative class action over the recalled RYOBI 40-volt walk-behind mowers, filed in federal court in Pennsylvania. Canadian owners are not covered by a Canadian class action over these mowers.
Has the Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit Settled?
The Ryobi lawn mower lawsuit has not settled. No settlement has been reached in the class action, and the defendants have answered the amended complaint. The court’s schedule still runs through discovery and motions.
Can I Join the Ryobi Lawn Mower Lawsuit?
You cannot yet join the Ryobi lawn mower lawsuit as a class member. The case is a proposed class action, and the court has not certified any class. The complaint asks to represent buyers of the mowers.
How Do I Get My Ryobi Battery Replaced After the Recall?
The recall remedy is a free replacement 21″ walk-behind mower, and the notice offers no replacement battery. Contact TTI for instructions on how to disable the recalled mower and receive the new mower.