Recalls / 2025-03-20

VC Group Recalls Wireless Portable Power Banks with Lithium-Ion Batteries Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

25190 · Recalled 2025-03-20 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves 5,000 mAh wireless portable power banks for electronic charging of MagSafe compatible phones and earphones. "Velvet Caviar" is engraved on the front plate and printed on the bottom on the back with model number ZHX-PB21. The PO numbers 1 through 10 (PO-PP001 to PO-PP010) are marked on the back. Power Packs that do not have a PO number are also subject to this recall. Note: Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled power bank in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled power bank in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores.

Hazards

The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 19 reports of the product overheating or catching on fire, resulting in 10 minor injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and contact VC Group for a free replacement power bank. To receive a replacement, consumers will be required to provide photographs of their power bank with the word "Recalled" written in permanent marker before uploading them to the firm's website at https://velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsafe-battery-pack-recall. Consumers should dispose of the power banks in accordance with local and state regulations.

Products

Name	Model	Units
VC Group MagSafe Wireless Power Pack Portable Power Banks		About 89,500

Parties

Manufacturer: VC Group
Made in: China
Sold at: Online at velvetcaviar.com, Amazon.com

Consumer contact

Contact VC Group by email at recall@velvetcaviar.com, or online at https://velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsafe-battery-pack-recall or www.velvetcaviar.com and click on "Recalls" in the bottom banner for more information.

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Location of Model Number on Recalled Power Bank

Source: CPSC recall 25190. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.