Over 1.1 million power banks recalled after causing fires and explosions
Power banks should juice up electronics, not burn down the house. That’s why Anker Innovations recalled about 1,158,000 Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks.
Or, as the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice says, “The lithium-ion battery in the power bank can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.”
Anker knows about two “minor burn injuries” and 11 reports of a combined $60,700 in property damage among 19 reports of fires and explosions.
The recall covers model No. A1263. They were sold on Amazon, eBay, Newegg and the Anker website from June 2016 through December 2022. Check Anker’s website to make sure your power bank isn’t included in this recall or the other three Anker recalls since February 2023.
Anker is offering to replace the power banks. Go to the above hyperlink to register for this recall and check instructions on how to get rid of the current power bank. A receipt isn’t required.
If you have questions about the recall, reach out to Anker by phone at 800-988-7973, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Friday; by email at support@anker.com; or online at the customer support section of Anker’s website.
This story was originally published June 17, 2025 at 12:24 PM