Anker recalling another five power banks over fire risks

Anker has issued its second product recall so far this month, and has warned customers that five additional power bank models should stop being used “immediately due to the risk of overheating, melting, smoke, or fire.”

“While the likelihood of malfunction is considered minimal, out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to initiate a voluntary global recall of several Anker power bank models,” Anker announced.

The concerns are similar to those that Anker mentioned in its earlier recall of model A1263 PowerCore 10000 power banks sold in the US, with the company announcing that it has identified a “potential issue” with lithium-ion batteries provided by one of its suppliers.

The following products are affected by the recall and can be identified by locating the model number on the back or side of the device -

·              Anker Power Bank (model A1257 and A1647)

·              Anker MagGo Power Bank (model A1652)

·              Anker Zolo Power Bank (model A1681 and A1689)

Anker is offering affected customers in the US the choice of a free replacement power bank or a gift card to use on the Anker website. You can claim these by submitting a recall claim form on Anker’s website alongside a verified product serial number or proof of purchase.

While Anker flagged purchase dates between June 1st, 2016 and December 31st, 2022 for the model A1263 recall earlier this month, it hasn’t detailed a similar timeline for the additional five power banks, which are mostly more recent models. Some models were still available to buy prior to the company’s latest announcement.