MagSafe battery chargers recalled after reports of fires, burn injuries
A recall has been issued for Flaunt MagSafe power banks following reports of overheating, fires, and burn injuries.
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Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled approximately 1,400 Flaunt MagSafe power banks. The action comes after reports of batteries overheating, leading to fire risks and burn injuries.
Coverage from Fox Business, Notebookcheck, and NBC Montana emphasizes that the defective units have caused both physical injuries and property damage. WBRZ notes that the recall affects more than 1,000 units in total.
Further developments will depend on the manufacturers' response to the reports of overheating and the scope of the CPSC's recall process.
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Quick answers
Which specific product is being recalled?
The recall affects Flaunt MagSafe power banks.
How many units are involved in the recall?
According to NBC Montana, about 1,400 units are recalled, while WBRZ reports more than 1,000 units.
What are the reported risks associated with these chargers?
The devices have been linked to overheating batteries, fires, burn injuries, and property damage.
Coverage (5)
- CPSC recalls about 1,400 Flaunt Mag-Safe power banks NBC Montana · 4h ago
- More than 1,000 power banks recalled by manufacturers after multiple reports of overheating batteries WBRZ · 4h ago
- Power bank recalled following injuries and property damage Notebookcheck · 4h ago
- Recall issued for certain MagSafe power banks due to fire and burn risks KSBY News · 4h ago
- MagSafe battery chargers recalled after reports of fires, burn injuries Fox Business · 4h ago broke it first
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