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1 min readIf you own an Anker power bank that looks like the one above, you may want to check its series number.
Product Safety Australia issued a formal recall for Anker A1647 power bank earlier this week, warning that "the battery in the power bank can overheat and catch fire" and adding that two overseas incidents have caused injuries and property damage.
The move follows a similar recall for Anker's Soundcore A3102 earlier this year. However, that speaker was a relatively older model while the Anke A1647 was introduced last year.
If you're the proud owner of an Anker power bank and unsure if you're affected, then it might be worth checking the serial number to make sure it isn't one of the following:
If it does,Product Safety Australia recommends you stop using your power bank immediately and get in contact with your local e-waste collection service to safely dispose of it.
Once you've done that, you can get in contact with Anker if you'd like a replacement. Just remember that you'll need to provide both proof of purchase and confirmation that your faulty unit has been disposed of.
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