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Rechargeable Power Banks Recalled by Daniel M. Friedman & Associates Due to Fire Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Rechargeable-Power-Banks-Recalled-by-Daniel-M-Friedman-and-Associates-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
Recall Date: March 26, 2019
Recall Number: 19-090
Recall Summary
Name of product:
Universal rechargeable power banks
Hazard:
The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard
Remedy:
Refund
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.
Consumer Contact:
Daniel M. Friedman toll-free at 855-706-6500 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail at info@betseyjohnson.com or online at https://betseyjohnson.com and click on the “Voluntary Recall” button for more information.
Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Rechargeable-Power-Banks-Recalled-by-Daniel-M-Friedman-and-Associates-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
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.
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.
Sold At:
Burlington, Kohl’s, Ross and other stores nationwide from November 2016 through January 2019 for about $25.
Manufacturer(s):
Yiwu City Fuman Leather & Accessories Co., Ltd., of China
Importer(s):
Daniel M. Friedman & Associates, a division of Steven Madden, Ltd. of Long Island City, N.Y.
Manufactured In:
China
