They are small, portable…and some are catching fire—check this recall list of power banks now!
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Aussies have been warned about a hidden fire risk that could be sitting right in their handbags, backpacks or bedside drawers.
More than 34,000 wireless power banks still in circulation have been deemed dangerous due to a surge in overheating incidents, some resulting in house fires and serious injuries.
Several major brands—including household tech names—have been caught up in the urgent recalls.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) raised the alarm following 17 recalls since 2020, including nine in the past 16 months alone.
Here’s a full list of the power banks you need to check immediately—and what could happen if you don’t.
Baseus received 76 incident reports about this product—including four fires and multiple cases of property damage.
It posed a risk of ignition even under normal operation.
The ACCC confirmed it could overheat and ignite during use, with some cases leading to serious injuries and damage to property.
It was designed for convenience—but ended up becoming a fire hazard.
They carried the risk of overheating and spontaneous combustion, with confirmed cases of property damage.
One specific model, A1647, had already been recalled back in October last year following incidents of melting and ignition.
Disturbingly, it could overheat and catch fire even when not in use.
Several confirmed incidents resulted in property damage, leading to the product being pulled from shelves.
The risk was so serious that users could suffer burns or fire-related losses just from routine use.
Its dual-purpose design masked a dangerous flaw.
It showed a worrying trend of swelling, bulging and eventually overheating.
Some incidents led to fires and significant property damage.
Its compact design didn’t stop it from overheating under regular use.
Multiple consumers suffered serious burns and property damage.
‘Most incidents have occurred when the power bank is charging a phone or other device, which makes it more likely that they will be close to the user when they fail, increasing the likelihood of injuries,’ Ms Lowe said.
The ACCC urged consumers to stop using recalled power banks immediately and visit the Product Safety website to check if their model was affected.
She added that consumers shouldn’t worry about being left out of pocket.
‘Suppliers are offering a full refund or free replacement under these recalls,’ she said.
Consumers were also reminded to handle all lithium-ion devices with care—never charge them on flammable surfaces like beds or couches, avoid damaged or swollen batteries, use the correct charger, store in a cool, dry place and unplug once charging is complete.
Lithium-ion batteries are used in a wide range of devices, including phones, laptops, e-bikes and scooters—and while they’re generally safe, when they go wrong, the consequences can be devastating.
Faulty power banks aren’t the only products putting lives at risk due to hidden defects.
Another urgent recall has been issued for life-saving equipment that may fail when it’s needed most.
If you’ve ever relied on a medical device in an emergency, this is one recall you won’t want to ignore.
Read more: Urgent recall hits life-saving devices amid safety concerns—check if yours is affected
Have you checked the power bank in your bag today?
More than 34,000 wireless power banks still in circulation have been deemed dangerous due to a surge in overheating incidents, some resulting in house fires and serious injuries.
Several major brands—including household tech names—have been caught up in the urgent recalls.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) raised the alarm following 17 recalls since 2020, including nine in the past 16 months alone.
Here’s a full list of the power banks you need to check immediately—and what could happen if you don’t.
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1. Baseus 65W 30000mAh (Model BS-30KP365)
This high-capacity model was recalled in May after it was found to overheat while charging or in use.Baseus received 76 incident reports about this product—including four fires and multiple cases of property damage.
It posed a risk of ignition even under normal operation.
2. SnapWireless PowerPack Slim (Gen 1)
Also recalled in May, this sleek-looking unit proved to be anything but safe.The ACCC confirmed it could overheat and ignite during use, with some cases leading to serious injuries and damage to property.
It was designed for convenience—but ended up becoming a fire hazard.
3. Anker Models A1257, A1647, A1681, A1689
These power banks were recalled in July after reports of fire hazards emerged overseas.They carried the risk of overheating and spontaneous combustion, with confirmed cases of property damage.
One specific model, A1647, had already been recalled back in October last year following incidents of melting and ignition.
4. Quad Lock MAG Battery Pack
This model was recalled in November 2024.Disturbingly, it could overheat and catch fire even when not in use.
Several confirmed incidents resulted in property damage, leading to the product being pulled from shelves.
5. Belkin BoostCharge Pro Wireless Charger + Power Bank 10K
Recalled in November 2024, this device had an overheating lithium-ion cell.The risk was so serious that users could suffer burns or fire-related losses just from routine use.
Its dual-purpose design masked a dangerous flaw.
6. Baseus Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank 6000mAh 20W
This smaller model was recalled in July 2023.It showed a worrying trend of swelling, bulging and eventually overheating.
Some incidents led to fires and significant property damage.
7. Cygnett MagMove 5K Power Bank
This device was recalled in March 2024 following reports of burn injuries.Its compact design didn’t stop it from overheating under regular use.
Multiple consumers suffered serious burns and property damage.
What the ACCC Wants You To Do
ACCC deputy chair Catriona Lowe warned that power bank failures often occurred while charging a phone—meaning the device was close to the user when things went wrong.‘Most incidents have occurred when the power bank is charging a phone or other device, which makes it more likely that they will be close to the user when they fail, increasing the likelihood of injuries,’ Ms Lowe said.
The ACCC urged consumers to stop using recalled power banks immediately and visit the Product Safety website to check if their model was affected.
She added that consumers shouldn’t worry about being left out of pocket.
‘Suppliers are offering a full refund or free replacement under these recalls,’ she said.
Consumers were also reminded to handle all lithium-ion devices with care—never charge them on flammable surfaces like beds or couches, avoid damaged or swollen batteries, use the correct charger, store in a cool, dry place and unplug once charging is complete.
Lithium-ion batteries are used in a wide range of devices, including phones, laptops, e-bikes and scooters—and while they’re generally safe, when they go wrong, the consequences can be devastating.
Faulty power banks aren’t the only products putting lives at risk due to hidden defects.
Another urgent recall has been issued for life-saving equipment that may fail when it’s needed most.
If you’ve ever relied on a medical device in an emergency, this is one recall you won’t want to ignore.
Read more: Urgent recall hits life-saving devices amid safety concerns—check if yours is affected
Have you checked the power bank in your bag today?
