Steven Madden (Daniel M. Friedman) Recalls Universal Rechargeable Power Banks.

Rechargeable Power Banks Recalled by Daniel M. Friedman & Associates Due to Fire Hazard

Name of product:

Universal rechargeable power banks

Hazard:

The power banks can overheat, posing a fire hazard

Remedy:

Refund

Recall date:

March 26, 2019

Units:

About 170,500 (In addition, 6,900 were sold in Canada)

Consumer Contact:

Daniel M. Friedman toll-free at 855-706-6500 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday,  e-mail at info@betseyjohnson.com or online at https://betseyjohnson.com and click on the “Voluntary Recall” button for more information. 

Recall Details

In Conjunction With:

Description:

This recall involves Universal Rechargeable Power Banks for use with smart phones and tablets. The recalled chargers came in a variety of colors and shapes, including a unicorn head, a cat with sunglasses, and a rainbow between two clouds.

 

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and contact Daniel M. Friedman & Associates to arrange to return the product for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received three reports of the charger overheating including one report of a house fire causing up to $150,000 in property damage.  No injuries reported received.

Sold At:

Burlington, Kohl’s, Ross and other stores nationwide from November 2016 through January 2019 for about $25. 

Manufacturer(s):

Yiwu City Fuman Leather & Accessories Co., Ltd., of China

Importer(s):

 Daniel M. Friedman & Associates, a division of Steven Madden, Ltd. of Long Island City, N.Y.

Manufactured In:

China

Recall number:

19-090