If you bought an Anker power bank to juice up your devices, check it immediately. More than a million have been recalled after multiple fires and explosions were reported, authorities said.
Customers are advised to stop using them immediately and contact Anker for replacement.
There have been 19 reports of fire and explosions, two reports of minor burn injuries, and 11 reports of property damage totaling nearly $61,000, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a June 12 release
This recall is only for model A1263, the CPSC said. They were sold between June 2016 through December 2022 for about $27 at Anker, Amazon, Newegg and Ebay.
Other Anker products, such as the 334 MagGo 10K battery, the 321 Power Bank (5K) and the 535 Power Bank (20K), are also under similar recalls.
Which Anker power banks were recalled for fire and explosions?
Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks with model number A1263, in white or black.
The model number “A1263” and serial number “SN” are printed on the bottom. You can check your serial number at anker.com/product-recalls to tell if yours is included.
What do I do if I have a recalled Anker power bank?
Stop using it immediately.
Do not just throw it out, put it in your recycling or drop it in used battery recycling boxes at retail outlets.
“Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire,” the CPSC said. Instead, check with your local waste collection agency or local municipality for disposal guidance.
Can I get a refund on my Anker power bank?
Customers may contact Anker to register for a free replacement power bank at anker.com/product-recalls.
To receive a replacement, consumers will be required to submit a photo of their recalled power bank showing the model number, serial number, their name, the date of the photograph, and the word “recalled” written on the power bank in permanent marker. A receipt will be requested, but will not be required. Customers will also be required to confirm approved disposal.
Contributing: Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY
This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: Anker power bank recall: More than 1 million affected after reports of fires, explosions
Reporting by C. A. Bridges, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / The Daytona Beach News-Journal
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