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Fire / OverheatingApril 29, 2014CPSC #14162

DGL Group Recalls Vibe USB Mobile Power Bars Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below

Product
Chargers & Adapters
Units affected
99,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Vibe USB mobile power bars also known as portable USB power supply or portable chargers. The power bars were sold in black, white, blue, green, pink and purple. The rectangular-shaped power bars measure one square inch by three inches long and have a cord with key ring attached at the end. "Power Bank" is embossed on the face of the device. "Vibe" and "Power Bar" are printed on the front of the black packaging along with an image of the device in one of the six colors. Model number FB-Bar is printed below the UPC code on the bottom of the packaging

Hazard

The power bar can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

DGL Group has received six reports of incidents involving melted parts, smoking, leaking batteries and fire resulting in reports of bursting power bars and minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Five Below stores nationwide from January 2014 to March 2014 for about $5.

Photos

Vibe USB Mobile Power BarVibe USB Mobile Power Bars in packaging
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