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Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Yahoo
Recall: Portable charger sold on Amazon linked to fire, burn injuries
A recall for Casely portable chargers was made after the company received 51 reports of its product catching fire and overheating. Consumers who reported the chargers said that the product's lithium-ion battery was overheating, expanding or catching fire while they were charging their phones, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). These accidents have resulted in six minor burn injuries. The affected product is called the Casely Power Pods 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless phone charger with model number E33A. 'Casely' is engraved on the front side of the plate on the right side, and the model number is printed on the back. The pocket-sized power pods are compatible with various devices and are sold in a variety of colors and patterns, the CPSC wrote. The pods measure 3 inches in length, 2 inches in width, 0.25 inches in depth and weigh about 3.2 ounces. 'Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks,' the statement reads. The affected products, which range between $30 and $70, were sold online, including on Casely's website and Amazon, from March 2022 to September 2024. If consumers want to receive a free replacement, they can go to the firm's website and fill out the online form and submit two photographs. One should be the front of the power bank with the word 'Recalled' on it and the date written in permanent marker. Customers are advised to immediately dispose of the power banks. This newly found green comet may not have survived its trek past the sun Playground, restrooms envisioned at Feeding Hills park Fans breach security barriers after country singer's invite to dance closer Southwick Cultural Council hosting 24th Annual Fine Art Exhibition Show and Sale Exhibition '60s heartthrob fighting cancer gets positive words from children in Africa
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Thousands of phone chargers recalled over fire risk
Around 430,000 wireless portable phone chargers are being recalled after their makers, Casely, received 51 fire risk reports concerning the product's lithium-ion batteries. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a notice on Thursday discussing the risk, and noted that six minor burn injuries tied to the chargers overhearing had been reported. The recall involves around 429,200 Casely Power Pods 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless phone chargers with model number E33A. The charger model was sold in a variety of colors and prints, and available to purchase on online on Amazon, the company's store at and other digital retailers between March 2022 and September 2024. The products typically cost between $30 and $70, according to CBS News. The word "Casely" is engraved on the front of the plate on the right side, and the model number — E33A — is printed on the back. The power pods can be used with various devices. Consumers who bought the recalled items are being advised to stop using them immediately and to contact Casely to receive a free replacement, according to the recall notice. Proof of purchase is not required, the company said. The company, based in Brooklyn, New York, has also said it is contacting all known purchasers directly. To receive a free replacement, customers have to fill out an online form on Casely's website and adhere to other instructions, including uploading photos of their recalled device. Customers should not throw lithium ion batteries in the trash or recycling bins, and should instead contact their local hazardous waste collection center for guidance on how to safely dispose of the recalled chargers or their batteries. Buyers with questions can contact Casely toll-free at 888-964-9331 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, or by email at recall@ More information can be found online at or by going to and selecting "recalls" at the bottom of the website.
The Independent
21-04-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Thousands of phone chargers recalled over fire risk
Around 430,000 wireless portable phone chargers are being recalled after their makers, Casely, received 51 fire risk reports concerning the product's lithium-ion batteries. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a notice on Thursday discussing the risk, and noted that six minor burn injuries tied to the chargers overhearing had been reported. The recall involves around 429,200 Casely Power Pods 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless phone chargers with model number E33A. The charger model was sold in a variety of colors and prints, and available to purchase on online on Amazon, the company's store at and other digital retailers between March 2022 and September 2024. The products typically cost between $30 and $70, according to CBS News. The word "Casely" is engraved on the front of the plate on the right side, and the model number — E33A — is printed on the back. The power pods can be used with various devices. Consumers who bought the recalled items are being advised to stop using them immediately and to contact Casely to receive a free replacement, according to the recall notice. Proof of purchase is not required, the company said. The company, based in Brooklyn, New York, has also said it is contacting all known purchasers directly. To receive a free replacement, customers have to fill out an online form on Casely's website and adhere to other instructions, including uploading photos of their recalled device. Customers should not throw lithium ion batteries in the trash or recycling bins, and should instead contact their local hazardous waste collection center for guidance on how to safely dispose of the recalled chargers or their batteries. Buyers with questions can contact Casely toll-free at 888-964-9331 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, or by email at recall@
Daily Mail
21-04-2025
- Daily Mail
NY firm recalls 430,000 portable power banks over fears they could overheat and catch fire during use
Nearly half a million portable power banks have been recalled over fears they could catch fire. A total of 429,000 Casely 'Power Pods' have been ordered back due to their lithium-ion batteries potentially overheating, expanding, or bursting into flames during use. The New York-based manufacturer has received 51 reports of faulty batteries resulting in at least six minor burn injuries. Do you have one? The recalled Casely Power Pods, which have a battery capacity of 5000mAh, can be identified by their model number, E33A, located on the back of the device The recalled Casely Power Pods, which have a battery capacity of 5000mAh, can be identified by their model number, E33A, located on the back of the device. The wireless phone chargers were manufactured in China and sold on Amazon, and other websites between March 2022 and September 2024 for between $30 and $70. The defective charger has since been pulled from Amazon and Casely's website. Consumers in possession of these chargers, which came in a variety of colors and prints, are urged to stop using them immediately and contact Casely for a free replacement. 'Casely is committed to its customers' safety and, out of an abundance of caution, has taken proactive measures to remove potentially faulty products from circulation,' Casely wrote in its recall announcement. 'If your Power Pod qualifies, we will replace it with a brand-new unit at no cost to you.' The recall was issued on April 17 by Casely. To receive a free replacement, consumers will have to fill out a form online - and submit photos of the recalled charger they own, with the word 'Recalled' and the date written on it in permanent marker. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Casely also stress that lithium-ion battery devices should not be thrown away in the trash or general recycling bins - instructing consumers to look up local guidance for disposal. The CPSC also reminded users not to dispose of the battery pack in regular trash or standard battery recycling bins to avoid sparking another fire. Lithium battery fires have seen a 'significant increase,' according to the Columbia, Maryland-based research institute. 'Even when the initial cause of a fire is not a lithium-ion battery,' FSRI's executive director Steve Kerber noted, 'their involvement can increase the intensity and speed of the fire.' The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found in 2021 that lithium-ion battery fires in waste management facilities have caused 245 separate fires across 28 states, leading to entire buildings burning down in some cases. Recycling centers, the EPA noted, were at a particularly high risk of these fires.
New York Times
19-04-2025
- New York Times
More Than 400,000 Wireless Phone Chargers Recalled Over Fire Hazard
More than 400,000 Casely wireless phone chargers were recalled on Thursday over concerns that they could pose a fire hazard, officials said. Casely, a company based in Brooklyn, received 51 reports of lithium-ion batteries inside the power banks overheating, expanding or catching fire while consumers were charging their phones, causing at least six minor burn injuries, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a notice. Consumers who purchased Casely Power Pods 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless phone chargers with model number E33A are urged to stop using them immediately and contact the company for a free replacement. The roughly 429,200 affected phone chargers have 'Casely' engraved on the front, and the model number on the back. The pocket-size power banks were sold at Amazon and other e-commerce websites from March 2022 to September 2024, the commission said. The phone chargers should not be thrown in the trash or recycled in either the general recycling stream or the used-battery boxes commonly found at retail and home improvement stores, the commission said. That's because the recalled lithium-ion batteries, which pose a greater fire risk than other batteries, must be discarded differently. Consumers can contact their local household hazardous waste collection center to see if it accepts recalled lithium-ion batteries. If it does not, the commission recommends contacting local municipal officials for more guidance. Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable, last a long time and store a lot of energy in a small space. These features have made them a staple in common devices, including phones, laptops, toothbrushes, power tools and electric vehicles. However, the batteries require safe handling because of their potential to start fires. The U.S. Fire Administration advises consumers to stop using lithium-ion batteries if they emit an odor, put off too much heat, leak, make odd noises or if there is a change in color or shape. Before purchasing products, consumers should look for a 'Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory' stamp, according to the administration.
