Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K recalled due to fire hazard

Issue

The recalled power bank may overheat in some circumstances due to a manufacturing defect of the lithium-ion battery, posing a potential fire hazard. As of October 31, 2024, the company has received no report of incidents or injuries in Canada or in the United States.

What you should do

• Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless chargers and disconnect it from any power supply or other products. Contact Belkin for instructions on safe disposal, and to obtain a store credit or refund. Safely dispose of the product in a way that it cannot be used again. Contact your municipality for instructions on how to safely transport and dispose of lithium-ion batteries. Batteries are considered hazardous waste. Do not place them in household garbage.
• For more information, consumers can contact Belkin by telephone at 1-800-223-5546 from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm ET, Monday to Friday for English, from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm ET, Monday to Friday for French, or visit the company website.
• Joint recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Belkin, Inc.
• Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
• Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
• This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.