PCNA Recalls Power Banks Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall 20058 · Jan 23, 2020 · Pcna
5,000
units affected
5,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 20058
- Date
- Jan 23, 2020
- Company
- Pcna
- Units affected
- 5,000
- Product
- Spare 10,000 mAh Power Banks
- Remedy
- dispose
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the Spare Power Bank used to charge electronic devices. They have a 10,000 mAh Grade A lithium ion battery, LED indicator lights, and a flashlight. The power banks are white and are decorated with various logos. PO number 1813582 is printed on the back of the power bank. The power banks measure about 5 1/2 inches long by 2 1/2 inches wide.
What can happen
The power bank's lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.
The fix
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled power banks and dispose of the recalled power banks by following local laws for disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Given to consumers as free promotional products at meetings or events nationwide from July 2019 through September 2019.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled spare 10,000 mah power banks?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled power banks and dispose of the recalled power banks by following local laws for disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
What is the hazard?
The power bank's lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.