CPSC recall 18-138, announced April 5, 2018, covers Mizco International Re-fuel power bank charging stations (about 6,000 units). When the unit is being charged, it can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact The Container Store for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Recall contact: call 888-266-8246, go to www.containerstore.com, or email contain@containerstore.com.
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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 the Re-fuel by Digipower Grab and Go Family Pack portable power bank charging stations. The power bank charger is a self-contained energy source used to charge cell phones and other devices when an electrical outlet is not available. The unit consists of three (black, gray and green) 2600 mAh re-chargeable lithium-ion battery chargers that sit on a recharging docking station. Each power bank is oval in shape and measures approximately 3.75 inches long by 1.25 inches high by 0.75 inches wide. "re-fuel by DIGIPOWER" is printed on each power bank. Item number RF-TRIP is printed on the bottom of the charging station.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Item or SKU numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the bottom of the charging station
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- October 2017 through February 2018
- Price paid
- $40
Why it was recalled
When the unit is being charged, it can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received five reports of power bank charging stations overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact The Container Store for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 888-266-8246, go to www.containerstore.com, or email contain@containerstore.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mizco International
- Product type
- Power banks
- Recall number
- 18-138
- Units
- About 6,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- The Container Store stores nationwide from October 2017 through February 2018 for about $40.
- Importer
- Mizco International Inc., of Avenel, N.J
This recall in context
Compared with the 34 power bank recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 6,000 units: the 25th-largest of 34 power bank recalls that state a unit count. The median is 20,440 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 33 of 34 power bank recalls, the most common hazard among them. Burn: named in 22 of 34 power bank recalls.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 19 of 34 power bank recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- 5 months. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
The Container Store toll-free at 888-266-8246 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT anytime, via email at contain@containerstore.com or online at www.containerstore.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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