Charger for iPhone and Apple Watch: recalled due to excessive heat generation

The Foxconn subsidiary Belkin has published a warning for owners of a certain power bank from the manufacturer: The BoostCharge Pro in the dual charger version with the model number BPD005, which contains a 10,000 mAh battery, can overheat and, in the worst case, cause a fire. Therefore, a “voluntary product recall” is being carried out, the company writes in a warning PDF on its website. Buyers known to Belkin are currently being contacted by email.

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Charger for iPhone and Apple Watch

The affected BoostCharge Pro should not be confused with other models in the series, which are available as a triple charger and charging stand, among other options. Only the power bank is affected, which can wirelessly supply the Apple Watch with power via an integrated charging puck and an iPhone or other USB-C device via cable. The BoostCharge Pro retails for around 110 euros, but is currently not available.

The background is that it appears to be a series problem. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the lithium cell component of the portable wireless battery charger may overheat under certain circumstances, posing a fire risk to consumers,” Belkin writes. So far, however, “no injuries have been reported.” Other Belkin wireless chargers or other Belkin products are not affected by the recall.

Do not recycle

Anyone who has the device in their household should take it out of operation and disconnect it from all power sources and products. The device should then be stored “in a safe, dry place away from flammable materials or other things that could damage the power bank”. You should not attempt to dispose of the power bank yourself – Belkin will send instructions to those affected.

The company has published a form on its website that can also be used to request a refund. The power bank has a lot of juice with the said 10,000 mAh and could be charged with up to 20 watts via USB-C PD 3.0 – an iPhone up to twice, an Apple Watch up to 14 times. You should handle it with corresponding caution. The serial number, which can be found here, must be provided in the return process.

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