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IKEA Recalls VARMFRONT Power Banks Due to Fire Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24344
IKEA Recalls VARMFRONT Power Banks Due to Fire Hazard
IKEA Supply AG, of Switzerland · VARMFRONT Power Banks
Product Description
This recall involves two IKEA VARMFRONT Power Banks with model numbers E2037 and E2038. The power banks are blue in color. Model E2037 has one USB-A port, one USB-C port, measures about four inches long and two inches wide, and has one of the following date codes (YYWW): 2318, 2319, 2322. Model E2038 has two USB-A ports, one USB-C port, measures about four inches long and three inches wide, and has one of the following date codes (YYWW): 2313, 2316, 2318, 2319. The model number is listed at the top of the back side of the power banks, and date code is printed on the bottom of the back side of the power banks.
Hazard
The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled banks and return them to any IKEA store for a free replacement product or for a full refund. If you are unable to return it to a store, contact IKEA for instructions on how to dispose of the VARMFRONT Power Bank to receive a full refund. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required to receive a full refund.
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Reported Injuries
IKEA has received three incident reports globally. No injuries have been reported. Additionally, no incidents or injuries have been reported in the U.S.
411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 1,600 (in addition, about 1,690 were sold in canada) of VARMFRONT Power Banks was announced on August 15, 2024 by the CPSC. The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard. IKEA Supply AG, of Switzerland initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should obtain a full refund by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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