Baseus recalls portable chargers after fires, burns.

Roughly 132,000 Baseus magnetic power banks [https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Baseus-Magnetic-Wireless-Charging-Power-Banks-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Imported-by-Shenzhen-Baseus-Technology] have been recalled due to fire hazards, resulting in 13 reported burn injuries.

These potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries.
— CPSC

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the lithium-ion batteries in the power banks can overheat, posing a fire risk. The products were sold online between April 2022 and April 2024 for $18 to $55.

Baseus reported 171 instances of overheating, including 132 swollen batteries, 39 fires, 13 burn injuries, and approximately $20,000 in property damage.

Do not throw the power banks away or recycle them with other batteries, the CPSC warns. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Baseus for a full refund with proof of purchase or a $36 cash refund without proof. [https://baseuspowerbankrecall.expertinquiry.com/]

The recalled models are:

• PPCXM06
• PPCXW06
• PPXCW06 (listed on Amazon)

All models were sold in white, black, light blue, and light pink. The model number can be found on the magnetic side of the power bank, and "20W" is visible on the non-magnetic side.

Only power banks with these specific model numbers are included in the recall.