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Spector & Co. Recalls Power Bank Chargers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: April 2, 2019 Initiated: April 2, 2019 #19096

Product Description

This recall involves the T119 Elf power bank chargers. The portable battery-powered chargers are used for charging the battery of a mobile phone or other electronic device. The unit measures about 4 inches long by ¾ inch high by ¾ inch wide. It has a color match end with a wire key loop and the sides are either gun metal blue, black, red or gray. On the black top of the charger in white letters are "5V OUT" and "5V IN". The name and/or logo of the organization that gave away the units as a promotional item appears on the side of the power bank.

Reason for Recall

The charger can overheat while recharging, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bank chargers and contact Spector & Co for a free replacement power bank charger and instructions for proper disposal.

Details

Units Affected
About 4500 (in addition, about 2,600 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the T119 Elf power bank chargers. The portable battery-powered chargers are used for charging the battery of a mobile phone or other electronic device. The unit measures about 4 inches long by ¾ inch high by ¾ inch wide. It has a color match end with a wire key loop and the sides are either gun metal blue, black, red or gray. On the black top of the charger in white letters are "5V OUT" and "5V IN". The name and/or logo of the organization that gave away the units as a promotional item appears on the side of the power bank.. Recalled by Shenzhen Casun Technology Co. Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 4500 (in addition, about 2,600 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The charger can overheat while recharging, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bank chargers and contact Spector & Co for a free replacement power bank charger and instructions for proper disposal.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 2, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19096.