Overview
- The power bank’s lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite while charging, creating fire and burn hazards.
- iStore has received three reports of power bank explosions that caused a minor burn and about $15,000 in property damage.
- Approximately 8,520 units sold in the US and 6,400 sold in Canada between February 2023 and May 2025 via online store and airport vending machines are affected.
- Consumers should stop using recalled units, submit two photos to [email protected] for refunds and safely dispose of the devices.
- The recall adds to a series of global power bank withdrawals and has spurred stricter oversight of lithium-ion batteries in travel electronics.