Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 20, 2025
VC Group Recalls Wireless Portable Power Banks with Lithium-Ion Batteries Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with CPSC →
Vc Group, of Brooklyn, New York recalled This recall involves 5,000 mAh wireless portable power banks for electronic charging of M… - a moderate-severity action.
VC Group Recalls Wireless Portable Power Banks with Lithium-Ion Batteries Due to Fire and… was recalled by Vc Group, of Brooklyn, New York in March 20, 2025. Reason: The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and co…. Verify recall #25190 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Vc Group, of Brooklyn, New York issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 20, 2025
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #25190 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #25190) was formally reported on March 20, 2025. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Vc Group, of Brooklyn, New York is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 89,500.
The documented reason for this recall is: The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and contact VC Group for a free replacement power bank. To receive a replacement, consumers will be required to prov… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Electronics recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 609 electronics recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 89,500
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves 5,000 mAh wireless portable power banks for electronic charging of MagSafe compatible phones and earphones. "Velvet Caviar" is engraved on the front plate and printed on the bottom on the back with model number ZHX-PB21. The PO numbers 1 through 10 (PO-PP001 to PO-PP010) are marked on the back. Power Packs that do not have a PO number are also subject to this recall. Note: Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled power bank in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled power bank in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores.
Reason for recall
The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and contact VC Group for a free replacement power bank. To receive a replacement, consumers will be required to provide photographs of their power bank with the word "Recalled" written in permanent marker before uploading them to the firm's website at https://velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsafe-battery-pack-recall. Consumers should dispose of the power banks in accordance with local and state regulations.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 25190 |
| Date reported | March 20, 2025 |
| Date initiated | March 20, 2025 |
| Recalling firm | Vc Group, of Brooklyn, New York |
| Affected scope | About 89,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and contact VC Group for a free replacement po…
- Check the recall number (25190) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves 5,000 mAh wireless portable power banks for electronic charging of MagSafe compatible phones and earphones. "Velvet Caviar" is engraved on the front plate and printed on the bottom on the back with model number ZHX-PB21. The PO numbers 1 through 10 (PO-PP001 to PO-PP010) are marked on the back. Power Packs that do not have a PO number are also subject to this recall. Note: Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled power bank in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled power bank in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores.. Recalled by Vc Group, of Brooklyn, New York. Units affected: About 89,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and contact VC Group for a free replacement power bank. To receive a replacement, consumers will be required to provide photographs of their power bank with the word "Recalled" written in permanent marker before uploading them to the firm's website at https://velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsafe-battery-pack-recall. Consumers should dispose of the power banks in accordance with local and state regulations.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 20, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 25190.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (25190) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
Nearby Recalls in This Category
Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.
CPSC Moderate
Projecting LED Finger Light Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandatory…
Shenzhen Bopu Product Design Co., Ltd., dba POPOOO, of China · 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Failure to Al…
· 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
Raychy Children's Light Sneakers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandat…
· 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
Super Off-Road Solar Power Banks Recalled Due to Overheating; Imported by Spector & Co.
· 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
School Specialty Recalls Tip Restraint Kits Included in Childcraft Furniture Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death fro…
School Specialty, LLC, of Greenville, Wisconsin · 2026-06-11
Compare this recall with Projecting LED Finger Light Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Se… →
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported March 20, 2025. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.