Some Anker and Soundcore products are being recalled due to a manufacturing defect that could cause fires. Anker issued a recall for its (PowerCore 5K, A1112) this week, saying: “The lithium-ion battery in the affected power banks may overheat, which could lead to melting plastic components, smoke, and fire hazards.” His audio brand, Soundcore, issued a recall for his In black too.
Apparently, the company has started notifying who may own one of the affected devices by email, but you can check the serial numbers, which are printed on the bottom of each device, using the links above to be sure. Anker says the issue applies to only a small number of devices manufactured between March and April 2023. Also affected is a workplace conferencing device, the speaker, according to a . If you have one of these devices, the company recommends that you stop using it immediately and dispose of it properly at a facility that accepts lithium batteries.
