Recall #15-248 · Published September 23, 2015

Sinotec Technology Power bank

CleggPromo Recalls CPB-100 Power Banks Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Power bank from Sinotec Technology on September 23, 2015. CPSC identifies this hazard: The power bank can overheat, explode and catch fire. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bank and contact CleggPromo to receive a free set of executive pens as a replacement product. CleggPromo will send consumers a prepaid shipping box and instructions on how to return the power bank free of charge.

CleggPromo CPB-100 power bank top side
CleggPromo CPB-100 power bank top side
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Which products are included?

This recall involves CleggPromo CPB-100 power banks, catalog item number 625401, which are used to provide emergency charging for portable electronic equipment. The recalled power banks are rectangular in shape with rounded corners and are about 3 1/2 inches long by 1 3/4 inches wide by 3/4 inches deep. The power banks are cream colored and have a silver panel on the top side with a white power button, four circles and the word "POWERBANK." The left end of the power bank has a standard USB port with the word "Out" above it and a power indicator LED light. The front side has a micro USB port with the word "In" below it. Input, output and capacity information are also on the front side.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The power bank can overheat, explode and catch fire.

Incidents and injuries

There is one reported incident of the power bank overheating, exploding and catching fire, resulting in fire damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bank and contact CleggPromo to receive a free set of executive pens as a replacement product. CleggPromo will send consumers a prepaid shipping box and instructions on how to return the power bank free of charge.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
Sinotec Technology
Manufacturer
Sinotec Technology, of Hong Kong, China
Product type
Power banks
Recall number
15-248
Units
About 1,500
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
The recalled power banks were not sold at retail but were promotional items given as handouts at corporate events, meetings, trade shows and conventions from January 2014 to April 2015.

Power bank

CPSC product type: Battery Chargers

Recall contact information

CleggPromo at 800-842-2909 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@cleggpromo.com or online at www.cleggpromo.com and click on "1k Power Bank Recall Info" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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