Mizco International Recalls Power Bank Charging Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold at The Container Store
CPSC recall 18138 · announced April 5, 2018 · Mizco · 6,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Re-fuel by Digipower Grab and Go Family Pack portable power bank charging stations. The power bank charger is a self-contained energy source used to charge cell phones and other devices when an electrical outlet is not available. The unit consists of three (black, gray and green) 2600 mAh re-chargeable lithium-ion battery chargers that sit on a recharging docking station. Each power bank is oval in shape and measures approximately 3.75 inches long by 1.25 inches high by 0.75 inches wide. "re-fuel by DIGIPOWER" is printed on each power bank. Item number RF-TRIP is printed on the bottom of the charging station.
The hazard
When the unit is being charged, it can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact The Container Store for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received five reports of power bank charging stations overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: The Container Store stores nationwide from October 2017 through February 2018 for about $40.
Consumer contact: The Container Store toll-free at 888-266-8246 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT anytime, via email at contain@containerstore.com or online at www.containerstore.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.