Use Anker? 5 More Power Banks Hit by Global Fire-Safety Recall

Anker has issued another recall for five of its power banks due to fire safety risks, shortly after it recalled the Anker PowerCore 10000 (A1263).

The malfunction is “considered minimal,” but the device is being recalled out of an "abundance of caution," Anker says. However, according to the manufacturer’s Chinese website, first spotted by MacRumors, the impacted models may contain battery cells with impurities or foreign particles, which could lead to issues like short circuits, overheating, smoke, and even fire.

The voluntary global recall impacts five different models:

Unfortunately, Anker isn’t offering refunds for US-based customers. The good news is that Anker is offering a free 10K Anker Power Bank as a replacement, or indirect refunds in the form of $30 gift card credits that can be used on the official Anker website.

To get your hands on the credits, you’ll need to head to the company’s online recall form and enter either your device’s serial number or proof of purchase. The company also has a dedicated web page to check your serial number.

But don’t just dump your malfunctioning Anker in the trash. Lithium-ion batteries, commonly used in these types of portable chargers, can be highly flammable. Anker advises impacted customers to dispose of affected units at a certified facility that accepts recalled lithium-ion batteries, not general recycling stations or used battery drop-off boxes, as these locations are not equipped to handle recalled lithium-ion products like power banks.

The company recommends that impacted customers check the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) page on lithium-ion battery disposal if they’re unclear about the rules.