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Rechargeable Power Banks Recalled by Daniel M. Friedman & Associates Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireMar 26, 2019
Unicorn Head power bank
Unicorn Head power bank
Laughing Emoji power bank
Laughing Emoji power bank
Rainbow and Clouds power bank
Rainbow and Clouds power bank
Milkshake power bank
Milkshake power bank
Santa in Sunglasses Emoji power bank
Santa in Sunglasses Emoji power bank
Cupcake Emoji power bank
Cupcake Emoji power bank

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and contact Daniel M. Friedman & Associates to arrange to return the product for a full refund.

Refund

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received three reports of the charger overheating including one report of a house fire causing up to $150,000 in property damage. No injuries reported received.

Product description

This recall involves Universal Rechargeable Power Banks for use with smart phones and tablets. The recalled chargers came in a variety of colors and shapes, including a unicorn head, a cat with sunglasses, and a rainbow between two clouds.

Sold on

Burlington, Kohl's, Ross and other stores nationwide from November 2016 through January 2019 for about $25.

Contact the company

Daniel M. Friedman toll-free at 855-706-6500 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail at [email protected] or online at https://betseyjohnson.com and click on the “Voluntary Recall” button for more information.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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