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Belkin Limited recalls Belkin Boost Charge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K, model number BPB002
An urgent recall has been issued for a popular power bank due to concerns over fire risks, with hundreds sold in the Republic of Ireland.
Belkin issued the recall, which has been highlighted by Ireland’s Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), after identifying a potential issue with one of its power bank’s lithium cell component.
A spokesperson for the CCPC said in a release: “Belkin Limited recalls Belkin Boost Charge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K, model number BPB002.
“The portable power bank’s lithium cell component may overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
“The brand is Belkin. The model is BPB002. The UPC codes are 745883797622, 745883806751, 745883797639, 745883806768. The model number and serial are both located on the back or underside of the product listed on the product label.”
According to Ireland’s consumer watchdog, there are approximately 827 affected products in Ireland.
The power bank was sold in a wide variety of channels and stores, outlined below:
TJX Ireland Unlimited Company trading as TK MaxxDcb Group (Service)Exertis Ireland LtdExtreme Computers – IrelandHarvey Norman Trading (I) LtdHibernia Evros Technology GroupHunt Office Technologies LtdMarkit B2BShi InternationalWriggle Learning Ltd
Customers who have purchased the affected product have been advised to immediately disconnect it from any power supply or other products.
If you purchased the product at TK Maxx, you can return it to the store for a full refund. Further details on this can be found here.
If unsure whether your device falls under this recall, you can follow these steps on the Belkin website and apply for a full refund or Belkin store credit.
Any queries regarding this recall can be put to Belkin via phone here or online here.
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