NEW YORK — More than 1.15 million power banks are under recall across the U.S. after some fires and explosions were reported by consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to a Thursday notice<\/a> from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, electronics maker Anker Innovations is recalling certain \u201cPowerCore 10000\u201d power banks because the lithium-ion battery inside can overheat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An overheating battery can lead to \u201cmelting of plastic components, smoke, and fire hazards,\u201d Anker wrote in an accompanying announcement<\/a>. The company added that it was conducting this recall “out of an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of our customers.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the CPSC, China-based Anker has received 19 reports of fires and explosions involving these now-recalled portable chargers. That includes two minor burn injuries and 11 reports of property damage amounting to over $60,700.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The recalled \u201cPowerCore 10000\u201d power banks have a model number of A1263. They were sold online at Anker’s website \u2014 as well as Amazon, eBay and Newegg \u2014 between June 2016 and December 2022 for about $27 across the U.S., per the recall notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Consumers in possession these now-recalled chargers are urged to stop using them immediately \u2014 and contact Anker<\/a> for a free replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n