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Anker Innovations recalls more than 1.1 million power banks after some users reported fires and explosions.
The company said the problem could be possible. Lithium-ion battery In a part of the Anker Powercore 10,000 Power Bank, it is overheating “which leads to the dangers of melting plastic components, smoke and fire.”
Recalls announced on Thursday will be particularly applicable Anker PowerCore 10000 Power Bank According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), it has the model number “A1263” and a specific serial number sold in the United States.
A recall is underway for nearly 1.16 million Anker Powercore 10,000 Power Banks for sale in the US (Consumer Product Safety Committee)
The model number and serial number are located on the labels attached to the bottom of the power bank.
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Recalled Power Bank sales occurred between June 2016 and December 2022 on the Anken website and on Amazon, Newegg and eBay.
Anker said it was published on its website recall “From a wealth of care to ensure your safety.”
According to the CPSC recall notification, there were 19 instances of fire and explosion related to battery issues.
Two incidents resulted in “mild burns” and no medical appointments were required. More than $60,700 in property damage stemmed from 11 cases.
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Consumers should “stop using recalled power banks immediately and contact Anker Innovations for instructions to receive a free replacement power bank.” CPSC Notice said. You can register for the recall on the page specified on the Anker website.
“If the unit is confirmed to be part of a recall, we will immediately discontinue use,” Anker said on its website. “Even if it appears to be working properly, there may still be a risk of overheating, fire, or other safety issues.”
The owner of a recalled power bank must in accordance with the notice to provide a photograph showing the word “recall” written on the power bank of the power bank with a permanent marker and the word “recall” written on the power bank at the power bank. They must provide evidence that they have safely disposed of the power bank.
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Anker said power banks must be disposed of at “certified facilities that accept lithium batteries” as they cannot be thrown into trash cans or recycled properly.
Anker said the power banks should be disposed of at “certified facilities reminiscent of lithium batteries.” (Smith Collection/Gad/Getty Images/Getty Images)
Customers should check the city’s domestic hazardous waste collection centre to see if the power bank can be disposed of, the recall notice advised.
According to Anker’s website, the company offers consumers the option to wait for an exchange or get a “back order” $30 gift card.
