Officeworks recalls iPhone power bank over fire fears: Comsol magnetic device users warned not to use device
Officeworks recalls iPhone power bank due to fire fears: users of Comsol magnetic devices warned not to use the device
- Wireless iPhone charger recalled due to fire fears
- Owners of the Comsol charger are urged to stop using it
A magnetic charger popular with iPhone users has been recalled from Officeworks over fears the device could catch fire.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) issued an urgent recall of all Comsol Pty Ltd 10000mAh 20W USB-A and USB-C magnetic wireless power banks on Wednesday morning.
The recall states that the product “may short circuit, overheat and catch fire,” which could lead to “a risk of severe burns and/or property damage if the battery overheats and catches fire.”
The battery pack is used to charge iPhones 12, 13 and 14 through the magnetic charging port on the back of the phone.
A magnetic phone charger sold at Officeworks across Australia has been recalled due to fears the charger could short circuit and catch fire (stock image)
The Comsol Pty Ltd 10000mAh 20W USB-A & USB-C Magnetic Wireless Power Bank (pictured) was recalled Wednesday morning, urging those who own one to return it for a full refund
The charger was sold in stores and digitally nationwide by Officeworks between March 7 and August 18.
The consumer watchdog urged those with a power bank to search the product for the part code ‘WMPB10A’ on the back of the product.
Those who own the product are urged to cease using it immediately and return it to the nearest available Officeworks for a full refund.