Anker has issued a massive recall affecting over 1 million power banks sold in the US between June 1st, 2016, and December 31st, 2022. The company says that the affected model, Anker PowerCore 10000 (model A1263), “may pose a fire safety risk due to a potential issue with the lithium-ion battery.” It has been determined that the battery’s propensity to overhead can lead to melted plastic, smoke, and fire.
According to the US Product Safety Commission, (CPSC) Anker has been made aware of 19 reports of fire and explosions caused by the defective chargers, which included minor burn injuries and over $60,000 of property damage.
As a result, Anker urges the public to stop using the affected units immediately, and is offering a free replacement. Those with Anker PowerCore 10000 units with eligible serial numbers can visit Anker’s website for their free replacement. Anker and the CPSC recommend those with affected models look up local guidance on how to dispose of their chargers.
