Anker and the U.S.Consumer Product Safety Commission have issued a product recall for a popular power bank due to a fire safety risk … Anker PowerCore 10000 recall The model concerned was sold for more than eight years.If you have an Anker power bank, check the product information on the base of the unit.
You are looking for one or both of the following: PowerCore 10000 A1263 Either of these designators means you should immediately cease using the power bank, ensuring that it is disconnected from power.Anker will either replace the unit with an equivalent model of the same capacity, or provide you with a $30 Amazon voucher, whichever you prefer.You do need to return the unit.
Instead, you’ll need to take two photos as shown below, and to complete the claim form.Note that the requested order number is not required if you don’t have a record of it.Anker shows examples of the photos needed: The company says you should wait for it to email confirmation that your unit is affected before you dispose of the product.
You’ll also need to make special arrangements for disposal, as the e-waste recycling bins found in some stores must be used for lithium-ion batteries subject to recall.9to5Mac’s Take Anker is a reputable brand which is normally safe to buy.The fact that the company has issued a recall shows that it takes rare exceptions seriously.
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