US EditionUrgent Recall over Power Bank Fires
AUSTRALIA, JUL 14 – The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission warns 34,000 recalled power banks remain in use, with 76 incident reports including fires and swelling linked to lithium-ion battery defects.
- A large-scale recall of more than 34,000 power banks due to overheating and fire risks remains ongoing in China and Australia as of mid-2025.
- The recall stems from safety concerns linked to lithium-ion battery cells made by Amprius, which lost their 3C certification in China, leading to bans on affected products.
- Several leading accessory manufacturers, such as Anker, Baseus, Romoss, and additional companies, have announced recalls on power bank products sold worldwide via online and third-party vendors, raising concerns about the effectiveness of supply chain verification and regulatory compliance.
- ACCC deputy chair Catriona Lowe warned that overheating power banks have caused significant harm to some users, including severe burns and damage to their belongings, and emphasized the need to stop using them immediately.
- The recalls highlight growing regulatory challenges amid rising demand for lithium-ion batteries, prompting calls for consumer vigilance and manufacturer refunds or replacements.
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Defective Chargers Posing Risk to 34,000 Consumers
Around 34,000 dangerous wireless power banks are still in the community, posing serious risks to their users, despite increasing numbers of product recalls, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) says. Power banks are portable battery chargers designed to power devices on the go and are often carried in people’s bags or pockets. Fires can occur even if the power bank is not in use, as causes include overcharging, internal shor…
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