Rechargeable Power Banks Recalled by Daniel M. Friedman & Associates Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2019-03-26). Hazards: fire, burn. About 170,500 units in the US and 6,900 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 19090 |
| Published | 2019-03-26 |
| Last updated | 2019-03-26 |
| Products | Universal rechargeable power banks |
| Firm named in the title | Daniel M. Friedman & Associates |
| Firms | Yiwu City Fuman Leather & Accessories Co., Ltd., of China (manufacturer); Daniel M. Friedman & Associates, a division of Steven Madden, Ltd. of Long Island City, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 170,500 |
| Units (Canada) | 6,900 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Burlington, Kohl's, Ross and other stores nationwide from November 2016 through January 2019 for about $25. |
Description
This recall involves Universal Rechargeable Power Banks for use with smart phones and tablets. The recalled chargers came in a variety of colors and shapes, including a unicorn head, a cat with sunglasses, and a rainbow between two clouds.
Hazard
The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and contact Daniel M. Friedman & Associates to arrange to return the product for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received three reports of the charger overheating including one report of a house fire causing up to $150,000 in property damage. No injuries reported received.
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