Belkin has issued a voluntary recall of its Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K, Model No. BPD005. A manufacturing default could pose a fire hazard to users. Belkin will make a full refund to everyone that has purchased the charger and returns it.
A manufacturing defect can in some circumstances cause the portable wireless battery charger’s lithium cell component to overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
No injuries have been reported, and no other Belkin wireless chargers or any other Belkin products are affected by this recall.
Belkin warns customers that anyone that has purchased the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K, Model No. BPD005, should immediately stop using it, disconnect it from a power supply and any devices, and contact the company for more instructions. Place your the charger in a safe, dry location away from flammable items or anything that can damage the power bank. They emphasize that the power bank should not be deposited into any trash or recycling bins.
For full details on how to identify and safely dispose of the product, and how to obtain a refund, visit: https://www.belkin.com/bpd005recallform.
Customers with any further questions regarding the recall or the product, should contact a Belkin Customer Service Representatives. Local contact phone number for various regions can be found here.
