Nearly 600,000 portable chargers sold at Costco recalled for fire risk
Published: Jun. 20, 2024 at 2:59 PM CDT
(CNN) - Be careful before powering up your phone.
Nearly 600,000 myCharge Power Hub All-in-One portable chargers are being recalled.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the chargers in question can overheat while charging, which poses fire and burn hazards.
According to the CPSC, at least 120 incidents of overheating have been reported. The manufacturer says they received reports of two residential fires that caused significant property damage.
There are no reports of any injuries requiring medical attention.
The chargers were sold exclusively at Costco’s stores and website.
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