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Anker Power Banks dangerously overheat


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The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Anker Innovations are recalling Anker Power Banks, model numbers A1642, A1647 and A1652.  The lithium-ion batteries in these units can overheat leading to fires and burns.


About 2100 of these power banks were sold at Best Buy, Target, NEXT TRADING SAS, C2 Wireless and K Spider Inc. stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, ebay.com, AAliExpress.com, and Walmart.com.


Stop using and recharging these power banks.  Contact Anker by phone at 1-800-988-7973 or via email at [email protected] to receive a free replacement power bank.  Dispose of these lithium-ion units at local recycling facilities.


https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Anker-Power-Banks-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Manufactured-by-Anker-Innovations


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Dr. Howard Smith ReportsBy Howard G. Smith MD, AM