Two leading electronics manufacturers, Anker and Romoss, have announced the recall of more than 1.2 million power banks globally after discovering that certain models pose significant fire and burn risks to users. Anker’s recall, which affects over 712,000 units across seven models—including the popular PowerCore 10000 (A1263)—was prompted by reports of overheating and combustion linked to unauthorized changes in battery cell materials by a supplier. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported 19 incidents involving fires or explosions, resulting in minor injuries and property damage exceeding $60,000.
Romoss, a Shenzhen-based brand, initiated its own recall earlier, pulling nearly half a million units from three models after similar battery cell issues were reported. The Romoss recall followed a series of alarming incidents, including one where a power bank caught fire mid-flight between China and Hong Kong. In both cases, the root cause was traced to problematic battery cells that could overheat, with China’s 3C certification body revoking approval for several affected models and suppliers.
Both companies have urged customers to immediately stop using the recalled products and are offering remedies such as refunds, replacements, or upgrades. The recalls represent one of the largest gadget safety efforts in recent years, raising concerns about quality control in the manufacturing of lithium-ion battery-powered devices. Consumers are advised to check their power bank models and serial numbers on the manufacturers’ websites and follow proper disposal procedures for recalled lithium-ion batteries to avoid further hazards.
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(Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission | SCMP)
