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Product recall · CPSCAugust 15, 2024Serious
IKEA VARMFRONT Power Banks
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled banks and return them to any IKEA store for a free replacement product or for a full refund. If you are unable to return it to a store, contact IKEA for instructions on how to dispose of the VARMFRONT Power Bank to receive a full refund. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required to receive a full refund.
Who to contact: IKEA toll-free at 888-966-4532 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.ikea.com/us/en/customer-service/product-support/recalls or https://www.ikea.com/us/en and click "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves two IKEA VARMFRONT Power Banks with model numbers E2037 and E2038. The power banks are blue in color. Model E2037 has one USB-A port, one USB-C port, measures about four inches long and two inches wide, and has one of the following date codes (YYWW): 2318, 2319, 2322. Model E2038 has two USB-A ports, one USB-C port, measures about four inches long and three inches wide, and has one of the following date codes (YYWW): 2313, 2316, 2318, 2319. The model number is listed at the top of the back side of the power banks, and date code is printed on the bottom of the back side of the power banks.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,600 (In addition, about 1,690 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- August 15, 2024
- Brand
- IKEA Supply AG, of Switzerland
- Made or distributed by
- IKEA US Retail LLC, of Glen Allen, Virginia
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- IKEA has received three incident reports globally. No injuries have been reported. Additionally, no incidents or injuries have been reported in the U.S.
E2037E2038
IKEA stores nationwide and online at www.IKEA.com from July 2023 through March 2024 through between $17 and $30.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “IKEA Recalls VARMFRONT Power Banks Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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