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Power banks are returned in a double package
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Power banks pulled together in one package
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The back of the pulled power banks shows model number PWB1071
product name:
Killed by Power Banks Labs
Danger:
The recovered power units can overheat and ignite, resulting in a fire.
Retrieved date:
August 17, 2023
Mention the details
a description:
This recall includes Ubio Labs power banks, sold in either a single pack or a pack of two. The recalled power banks are black in color and have the model number PWB1071 imprinted on the back. Costco’s item number is printed on the package. The item number for the single package is 1314518, and the item number for the two packages is 1265470.
treatment:
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled power banks and contact Costco for a full refund. Ubio Labs is no longer in operation. Costco contacted all known buyers directly.
Accidents / Injuries:
Costco received three reports of fire, including one report of a fire on a commercial flight that resulted in four reports of smoke inhalation and one report of minor burn injury to passengers.
Sold in:
Costco stores nationwide and online at www.costco.com March 2019 through December 2020 1 Pack for approximately $32 and September 2018 through December 2020 for 2 Pack for approximately $40.
Importer(s):
Ubio Labs, Inc., of Mercer Island, Washington (discontinued operations)
Costco Wholesale Corp. , from Issaquah, Washington
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