Recall 24-031, published November 22, 2023
Lenovo USB-C Laptop Power Banks
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
PBLG2WThis recall involves the Lenovo USB USB-C Laptop Power Bank with model number PBLG2W.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Lenovo USB USB-C Laptop Power Bank with model number PBLG2W. The power bank has a 20,000 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery used to charge laptops, cell phones, and other devices when an electrical outlet is not available. The power bank is black and measures approximately 7 inches long by 3 inches wide. "Lenovo" is printed in black letters on a red tag on the USB power cord. The recalled units were manufactured between January 2022 and June 2022. The manufacturing date is located on the product label in a year/month (YY/MM) format. The recalled units have the manufacturing date of 22/01, 22/02, 22/03, 22/04, 22/05 or 22/06. The part number 40ALLG2WWW and the model number PBLG2W are also located on the product label.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The power bank's internal screws can come loose, causing a short circuit and overheating of the lithium-ion battery, posing a fire hazard. Do not put lithium-ion batteries in the trash or battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. They can cause fires and explosions if they are damaged or crushed and are a hazard when thrown in the trash.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Lenovo USB-C Laptop Power Banks and contact Lenovo for a free replacement as well as instructions for properly disposing of lithium-ion batteries according to local and state regulations.
What should I do if I have PBLG2W?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with PBLG2W, then check the date codes and item or SKU numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 866-989-0515, go to support.lenovo.com/solutions/HT515669, or email recalls@lenovo.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Lenovo
- Recall published
- November 22, 2023
- Category
- Home Electronics
- Units
- About 2,850 (In addition, about 510 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at www.lenovo.com, www.newegg.com, www.cdw.com, www.insight.com, www.connection.com, www.shi.com, www.Softchoice.com, www.eBay.com and www.staples.com from May 2022 through January 2023 for about $100.
