Coverage dated June 12, 2025

More than 1 million power banks recalled after some consumers report fires

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More than 1.15 million power banks are under recall across the U.S. after some fires and explosions were reported by consumers. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, electronics maker Anker Innovations is recalling certain “PowerCore 10000” power banks because the lithium-ion bat…

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  1. WDIO Duluth

    More than 1 million power banks recalled after some consumers report fires (opens WDIO Duluth)

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    More than 1.15 million power banks are under recall across the U.S. after some fires and explosions were reported by consumers. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, electronics maker Anker Innovations is recalling certain “PowerCore 10000” power banks because the lithium-ion bat…

  2. The Oregonian

    More than 1 million Anker power banks recalled after fires, explosions (opens The Oregonian)

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    The manufacturer has recieved 19 reports of fires and explosions, some of which resulted in minor injuries or property damage.

  3. BGR

    Anker recalls over 1 million power banks after reports of fires and explosions (opens BGR)

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    Anker is recalling over 1.1 million PowerCore 10000 power banks due to reports of fires and explosions from faulty batteries.

  4. CNET

    Anker Recalls PowerCore 10000 Power Banks for Burning or Exploding. Learn How to Get a Free Replacement (opens CNET)

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    More than 1.1 million Powercore units in the US are affected by the recall.

  5. New York Post

    Over 1.1M power banks recalled after reports of fires, explosions (opens New York Post)

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    Anker said the power banks must be disposed of at a 'certified facility that accepts recalled lithium batteries.'

  6. ZDNet

    Check your Anker power banks - 1 million were just recalled due to fire risk (opens ZDNet)

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    A defective lithium-ion battery in another Anker product has been linked to fires and explosions - here's how to check if yours is at risk and what steps to take.

  7. Engadget

    Anker recalls over a million power banks due to fire and burn hazards (opens Engadget)

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    Anker has recalled its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263) due to the risk of fire and burns.

  8. Digital Trends

    Anker recalls a million power banks over fire risk — here’s what to do (opens Digital Trends)

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    A popular Anker power bank has been recalled due to a safety risk. Find out if yours is affected, and what you should do if it is.

  9. CBS News

    Anker recalls more than 1.1 million power banks after some users report fires (opens CBS News)

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    Anker, a Chinese electronics maker, is recalling 1.15 million PowerCore portable chargers after some consumers reported fires and explosions.

  10. Boston

    More than 1 million power banks recalled after some reported fires (opens Boston)

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    An overheating battery can lead to “melting of plastic components, smoke, and fire hazards,” Anker wrote in an accompanying announcement.

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