Archive · 31 May 2025
iWalk Recalls Power Banks in US Due to Fire Risk
A Chinese company called iWalk is taking back almost 27,500 of its portable chargers because they can catch fire.
These chargers, which stick to phones and other devices, have batteries that can overheat and cause burns.
The company has received 15 reports of the chargers catching fire, and 10 people have been hurt.
If you have one of these chargers, you should stop using it right away and contact the company for a refund.
You also need to dispose of the battery properly.
iWalk is recalling roughly 27,500 portable power banks sold in the US.
The recall is due to potential fire hazards from overheating and ignition of the lithium-ion batteries.
The company received 15 reports of fires, leading to 10 burn injuries.
Affected models include PowerGrip Slim (MXB008) and PowerGrip Mag (DBL6000M/DBL6000P).
Consumers should stop using the recalled power banks, contact U2O Global for a refund, and dispose of them following hazardous-waste guidelines.
- Who
- iWalk, a Chinese device maker.
- What
- A recall of approximately 27,500 portable power banks due to fire hazards.
- When
- Sold from July 2021 through March 2024.
- Where
- United States.
- Why
- The power banks' lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, posing a risk of injury or death.
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- Company
- iWalk
- Product
- Portable Power Banks
- Reason for Recall
- Fire Hazard
- Units Recalled
- Approximately 27,500
- Models Affected
- PowerGrip Slim (MXB008), PowerGrip Mag (DBL6000M/DBL6000P)
- Sold Via
- Amazon.com, iWalkMall.com, and other e-commerce websites
- Dates of Sale
- July 2021 - March 2024