Anker has released a second product recall so far this month, warning customers that five other electric bank models should “stop use immediately due to risks of overheating, melting, smoke or fire.”
“Out of caution, while the possibility of a failure is small, we decided to start voluntary recalls of several Anker Power Bank models,” Anker announced. These concerns reflect those who Anker recalled the models sold in the U.S. by the A1263 PowerCore 10000 Power Banks earlier, and the company announced it had identified a “potential issue” with lithium-ion batteries provided by one of its suppliers.
The following products are affected by recalls and can be identified by finding the model on the back or side of the device:
Anker offers the United States the option of replacing power libraries for affected customers or gift cards used on the Anker website. You can request these by submitting a recall claim form on the Anker website and obtaining a verified product serial number or proof of purchase.
Although Anker’s purchase dates ranged from June 1, 2016 to December 31, 2022, the model A1263 recalled earlier this month, it has not detailed the schedule of the other five electric banks, mainly the most recent models. There are still some to buy before the company’s latest announcement.
Any electric bank affected by the recall must be handled safely in facilities that receive lithium-ion batteries, Anker said. Due to the risk of a fire, it should not be thrown away, garbage, recycling bins or used battery boxes available at various retail locations.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said it has received 19 reports of fires and explosions related to the A1263 model recall. It is unclear whether similar reports have been made for other electric banks that Anker recalls, but the company appears to be taking the concerns seriously given the rapid recall and global escalation. Anker said global regulators have been formally notified to ensure that the recalls comply with local guidelines.
