Fantasia Trading Recalls Anker Power Banks Due to Fire Hazard

Fire & burns

The lithium-ion batteries in the recalled power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Units: About 42,000 (In addition, about 620 were sold in Canada)
Reports: 10
Injuries: 1
Deaths: —
Price: $70
Remedy: Refund

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Affected

This recall involves Anker 535 Mobile Power Banks (PowerCore 20k) with model number A1366. The power bank can be used to charge multiple devices from laptops, tablets or phones with a 30W maximum output. The mobile power bank comes with two USB cables and in a variety of colors. The power bank measures about 3 inches wide, 6 inches long and 1 inch deep. Anker is engraved on the front and the model number A1366 is on the back of the power bank.

The file

Sold at: Target stores nationwide and online at Anker.com, Amazon.com and eBay.com from October 2022 through January 2023 for about $70.
Product type: Not stated
Made in: China
Recalled by: Fantasia Trading LLC, of Ontario, California

Incident log

The firm has received 10 reports of incidents involving overheating, including one report of minor injuries.

What the notice says to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and contact Fantasia Trading to receive a full refund as well as instructions for properly disposing of lithium-ion batteries according to local and state regulations. Fantasia Trading and its retailers are notifying all known purchasers directly.

Fantasia Trading at 800-988-7973 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at support@anker.com or online at online at www.anker.com and click on "Voluntary Recall Information" located at the top of the page or go to www.anker.com/a1366-recall for more information.

Open official CPSC notice ↗ (opens in a new tab)

Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.