21K charging devices sold on Amazon recalled after explosions, $2M+ in damages
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled over 21,000 NEWDERY power banks sold on Amazon due to exploding lithium-ion batteries causing burns, fires, and over $2 million in property damage. The recall affects the NEWDERY ZHX-PB22 model, sold between October 2023 and November 2024 for $27 to $50. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled power banks immediately and contact NEWDERY for a full refund.
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- ✓ The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled over 21,000 NEWDERY power banks sold on Amazon due to exploding lithium-ion batteries causing burns, fires, and over $2 million in property damage.
- ✓ The recall affects the NEWDERY ZHX-PB22 model, sold between October 2023 and November 2024 for $27 to $50.
- ✓ Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled power banks immediately and contact NEWDERY for a full refund.
What changed
The Chinese importer, Shenzhen Xinkewangda Electronics, has agreed to take back the units and refund buyers, following the CPSC's public warning and threat of further action.
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21K power banks recalled due to fire and burn hazards
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled over 21,000 NEWDERY power banks sold on Amazon due to exploding lithium-ion batteries causing burns, fires, and over $2 million in property damage. The recall affects the NEWDERY ZHX-PB22 model, sold between October 2023 and November 2024 for $27 to $50. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled power banks immediately and contact NEWDERY for a full refund.
Why it matters
This recall is significant as it involves a product widely available on a major online marketplace and poses a risk of serious injury to consumers. The CPSC had previously warned about the dangers of these power banks in June 2025, but the Chinese importer, Shenzhen Xinkewangda Electronics, initially refused to conduct a recall. The recalled power banks were sold exclusively on Amazon.
What to watch next
- Further updates on the recall process and refunds
- Potential legal action against Shenzhen Xinkewangda Electronics
- Amazon's response to the recall and its impact on sellers
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (19)
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