Anker Power Banks Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by Anker Innovations
Recalled 2024-10-17. Lithium battery hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 2,100Units
2024-10-17Recall date
YesInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Anker Power Banks with model numbers A1642, A1647 and A1652. The power bank can be used as a portable electronic charging device for smartphones, tablets, and laptops with a 12W (A1642), 15W(A1647), 20W(A1652) maximum output. Anker is engraved on the front, and the model numbers A1642, A1647 and A1652 are located on the back of the power bank.
- The hazard
- The lithium-ion battery in the power banks can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
- Injuries
- The firm has received 28 reports of incidents of the batteries overheating, exploding, and the power bank catching on fire. Two injuries which included first and second degree burns to the consumer's hands have been reported.
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and contact Anker Innovations for instructions on receiving a free replacement power bank. Visit https://www.anker.com/product-recalls to register for the recall. Consumers should dispose of the lithium-ion batteries in accordance with local and state regulations.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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