CPSC2014-11-19
AP Specialties Recalls Power Bank Chargers
Alumni Partners dba AP Specialties of San Clemente, Calif.
Hazard
When unit is being charged or being used to charge another device, it can overheat, causing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact AP Specialties for a replacement. AP Specialties will send consumer an envelope and label with instructions on how to return the power bank free of charge. Upon receipt of the power bank, AP Specialties will send the consumer a replacement product.
Sold at
Power banks were given as promotional items at various meetings, trade shows and industry conventions from November 2013 to August 2014. The products sold for about $8 to $11.
Affected count
About 172,000
Injuries reported
There are three reported incidents of the Power Bank overheating. One incident resulted in fire damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Two-Tone Power Bank Charger
Consumer contact
Call AP Specialties toll free at (888) 877-7221 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.apspecialties.com and click on Product Recall or go directly to www.powerbankrecall.com for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/AP-Specialties-Recalls-Power-Bank-ChargersDon't want to check this manually?
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