Rechargeable Power Banks Recalled by Daniel M. Friedman & Associates Due to Fire Hazard
Universal rechargeable power banks
Date of Recall
2019-03-26CPSC Release Number
19-090Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 170,500 (In addition, 6,900 were sold in Canada)Importer
Daniel M. Friedman & Associates, a division of Steven Madden, Ltd. of Long Island City, N.Y.Sold By
Burlington, Kohl's, Ross and other stores nationwide from November 2016 through January 2019 for about $25.Problem/Hazard
The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazardInjuries/Incidents
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.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.
Remedy
RefundConsumer 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 [email protected] or online at https://betseyjohnson.com and click on the "Voluntary Recall" button for more information.Recall Comments
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