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Power Banks Sold on Amazon Pose Explosion, Fire Risk as 1.1 Million Units Recalled

UNITED STATES, JUN 13 – The recall covers 1.15 million units after 19 fire and explosion reports caused two minor burn injuries and over $60,700 in property damage, officials said.

  • On June 13, 2025, Anker Innovations and the CPSC announced the recall of 1,158,000 PowerCore 10000 units after 19 reports of fires and explosions.
  • Defective lithium-ion batteries in model A1263 can overheat, causing plastic melting, smoke, and fire hazards, according to the CPSC and Anker notices.
  • Data confirms 19 fire and explosion reports, including two minor burns and over $60,700 in property damage, linked to defective lithium-ion batteries in recalled power banks.
  • Consumers must stop using the recalled power banks immediately, contact Anker for free replacements, and dispose of batteries at hazardous waste centers per local guidance.
  • Following the recall, the House passed the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act on April 28, mandating the CPSC to establish final safety standards for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.
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Over 1.1M power banks recalled after reports of fires, explosions

Anker said the power banks must be disposed of at a 'certified facility that accepts recalled lithium batteries.'

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Fox8 broke the news in Cleveland, United States on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
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