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CPSC Recalls 210,000 INIU Power Banks Sold on Amazon Over Fire Risk

Officials urge owners to stop using affected units, verify serial numbers, then request refunds.

Overview

  • The recall targets INIU 10,000 mAh model BI-B41 power banks sold in the U.S. on Amazon from August 2021 through April 2022 for about $18.
  • Only units with serial numbers 000G21, 000H21, 000I21, and 000L21 are included in the action.
  • INIU and federal regulators logged 15 overheating reports, including 11 fires, three minor burn injuries, and property damage exceeding $380,000.
  • Recalled chargers are black or blue with the INIU logo and a paw‑print LED on the front, with model and serial information printed on the back.
  • The CPSC instructs consumers not to discard these lithium‑ion devices in household trash or standard recycling and to consult local household hazardous waste programs for disposal.