- Belkin has recalled three of its charging devices
- The batteries in them are at risk of overheating
- You can get a full refund for the cost of the goods
Belkin is recalling tens of thousands of power banks and chargers sold over the past five years due to concerns about overheating batteries. These batteries can cause burns and fire and affected units must be returned immediately.
The formal recall (via Android Authority) applies to the Belkin Auto-Tracking Stand Pro (model number MMA008) and two versions of the Belkin BoostCharge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K (model numbers BPB002 and PB0003)
“A manufacturing defect could cause the products’ lithium-ion cell components to overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers,” explains Belkin. “No other Belkin wireless chargers or other Belkin products are affected by this recall.”
If you have one of these devices, stop using it immediately (even if it appears to be fine), disconnect it from the power supply and any other products, and then fill out a complaint form. It is important that you do not put the device in waste or recycling bins.
Are you affected? How to check
To see if you have one of the recalled devices, look for the model number MMA008, BPB002 or PB0003 on the back or side of the device. You must then find your serial number and/or proof of purchase to complete the complaint form.
Belkin says it will give affected users the choice of a full refund or store credit for the full price of the device, plus an additional 20% credit at Belkin’s online store — as long as you have a valid proof of purchase or serial number to offer.
According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the recall affects about 83,500 units sold in the United States and about 2,385 sold in Canada. The units would have been sold between August 2020 and August 2025.
It’s not clear how many units are affected outside the US and Canada, but the CPSC says there has been one report of a fire in the US and 15 reports internationally, leading to two minor burns and property damage.
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