DGL Group Recalls Vibe USB Mobile Power Bars Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-04-29). Hazards: fire, burn. About 99,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14162 |
| Published | 2014-04-29 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Batteries and Chargers |
| Products | Vibe USB Mobile Power Bar |
| Firm named in the title | DGL Group |
| Firms | DGL Group Ltd., of Edison, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 99,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Five Below stores nationwide from January 2014 to March 2014 for about $5. |
Description
This recall involves Vibe USB mobile power bars also known as portable USB power supply or portable chargers. The power bars were sold in black, white, blue, green, pink and purple. The rectangular-shaped power bars measure one square inch by three inches long and have a cord with key ring attached at the end. "Power Bank" is embossed on the face of the device. "Vibe" and "Power Bar" are printed on the front of the black packaging along with an image of the device in one of the six colors. Model number FB-Bar is printed below the UPC code on the bottom of the packaging
Hazard
The power bar can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bar, unplug it from the electrical outlet and return it to the DGL Group for a full refund and a $5 coupon towards another purchase at Five Below.
Incidents and injuries
DGL Group has received six reports of incidents involving melted parts, smoking, leaking batteries and fire resulting in reports of bursting power bars and minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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