PCNA Recalls Power Banks Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Recall Date: 2020-01-23

Source Link: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/PCNA-Recalls-Power-Banks-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards



Name of Product:
Spare 10,000 mAh Power Banks
Hazard:

The power bank’s lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy:
Dispose
Recall Date:
January 23, 2020
Units:
About 5,000 (about 445 were sold in Canada)

Recall Details

In Conjunction With:
Description:

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.

Remedy:

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/Injuries:

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.
Importer(s):

PCNA of New Kensington, Pa., owner of Leedsworld Inc.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
20-058


Contact:

PCNA at 800-860-1555, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at CustomerService@leedsworld.com or visit www.pcna.com and click on the “Recalls” link at the bottom of the page for more information



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