Anker PowerCore recall overview:
- Who: Anker has recalled more than 1.1 million power banks.
- Why: The lithium-ion battery in the power bank can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
- Where: The recall is effective in the United States.
Anker has recalled more than 1.1 million of its PowerCore power banks after consumers filed 19 reports of fires and explosions related to the product.
The recall was published to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website on June 12. It applies to 1,158,000 Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks, model A1263.
According to the recall, the lithium-ion battery in the power bank can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers that have already resulted in fires and expensive property damage.
Anker offers free replacement amid minor injuries and property damage linked to power bank recall
Anker says it has received two reports of minor burn injuries not requiring medical attention, and 11 reports of property damage totaling over $60,700 related to the recall so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.
“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and contact Anker Innovations for instructions on receiving a free replacement power bank,” the recall states.
Consumers should visit this website to register for the recall. A purchase receipt will be requested but will not be required.
Anker is also recalling some of its speakers sold on Amazon over concerns that the batteries inside the devices can catch fire.
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I also have one of these and have also noticed they get relatively hot.