Overview

• The ACCC has issued 17 recalls of power banks since 2020, with over half of those actions launched after early 2024 to address overheating and fire hazards.
• More than 34,000 recalled units are estimated to remain in consumer hands despite warnings of serious burn injuries and property damage.
• Affected models from brands including Anker, Baseus, SnapWireless, Quad Lock MAG and BoostCharge Pro contain highly flammable lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries prone to overheating.
• Suppliers are offering full refunds or free replacements to customers who return affected devices.
• Consumer advocates and experts warn that Australia’s current lack of dedicated battery safety standards has contributed to the surge in defective power banks.