Anker Recalls More Than 1.1 Million Power Banks

Anker is recalling 1.15 million 'PowerCore 10000' portable chargers due to fire and explosion risks linked to overheating lithium-ion batteries, with 19 incidents reported. 'That includes two minor burn injuries and 11 reports of property damage amounting to over $60,700,' reports CBS News. Consumers are urged to stop using the affected devices, check their serial numbers, and request a free replacement through Anker's website. From the report: According to a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the lithium-ion battery inside certain 'PowerCore 10000' made by Anker, a China-based electronics maker, can overheat. That can lead to the 'melting of plastic components, smoke and fire hazards,' Anker said in an announcement. The company added that it was conducting the recall 'out of an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of our customers.'

The recalled 'PowerCore 10000' power banks have a model number of A1263. They were sold online at Anker's website -- as well as Amazon, eBay and Newegg -- between June 2016 and December 2022 for about $27 across the U.S., according to the recall notice. Consumers can check their serial number at Anker's site to determine whether their power bank is included in the recall.

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