Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, CPSC NEWS—ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS—Anker recalls over 480K power banks for fire, burn risks, (Sep 19, 2025)

By WK Editorial Staff

There have been 33 reports of fires and explosions associated with the product.

Anker Innovations Limited, of China, is recalling about 481,000 Anker Power Banks because the lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers (CPSC Recall Notice, No. 25-466 (Sept. 18, 2025)).

Incidents and injuries. The firm has received 33 reports of fire and explosion incidents. Four minor burn injuries and one instance of substantial property damage have been reported.

Product description. This recall involves Anker Power Banks with model numbers A1647, A1652, A1257, A1681, and A1689. The power bank can be used as a portable electronic charging device for smartphones, laptops, and tablets with 22.5W (A1647), 7.5W (Magsafe A1652), 22.5W (A1257), and 30W (A1681 and A1689) maximum output. “Anker” is engraved on the front, and the model number is located on the back or side of the power bank. Consumers can locate the serial number next to “SN Code” on the back or side of the power bank.

The power banks were manufactured in China and were sold at Bestbuy, Target, and other stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, AliExpress.com, ebay.com, Walmart.com, and on Tiktok, from August 2023 through June 2025 for between $30 and $50.

Remedy. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and visit Anker’s Recall Page at https://www.anker.com/rc2506 to verify the product serial number and register for the recall. Consumers with an impacted product should contact Anker Innovations Limited to receive a full cash refund, or an Anker gift card that can be used across a variety of Anker product lines. To receive the remedy, consumers will be required to submit a photo of their recalled power bank showing the model number, serial number, their name, the date of the photograph, and the word “recalled” written on the power bank in permanent marker. Anker will provide instructions for consumers on how to return or dispose of the recalled power banks. Note: Neither the lithium-ion battery nor the device should be thrown in the trash, general recycling stream, or used battery recycling boxes.

Customer contact. For more information, customers may contact Anker Innovations Limited toll-free at 800-988-7973 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday to Friday; by email at support@anker.com; or online at https://www.anker.com/rc2506, https://www.anker.com/product-recalls, or https://www.anker.com and click on “Product Recalls” in the top-right corner or at the bottom of the homepage.

Companies: Anker Innovations Ltd.

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