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VC Group Recalls Wireless Portable Power Banks with Lithium-Ion Batteries Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Reported: March 20, 2025 Initiated: March 20, 2025 #25190

Product Description

This recall involves 5,000 mAh wireless portable power banks for electronic charging of MagSafe compatible phones and earphones. "Velvet Caviar" is engraved on the front plate and printed on the bottom on the back with model number ZHX-PB21. The PO numbers 1 through 10 (PO-PP001 to PO-PP010) are marked on the back. Power Packs that do not have a PO number are also subject to this recall. Note: Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled power bank in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled power bank in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores.

Reason for Recall

The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and contact VC Group for a free replacement power bank. To receive a replacement, consumers will be required to provide photographs of their power bank with the word "Recalled" written in permanent marker before uploading them to the firm's website at https://velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsafe-battery-pack-recall. Consumers should dispose of the power banks in accordance with local and state regulations.

Details

Units Affected
About 89,500
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/VC-Group-Recalls-Wireless-Portable-Power-Banks-with-Lithium-Ion-Batteries-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves 5,000 mAh wireless portable power banks for electronic charging of MagSafe compatible phones and earphones. "Velvet Caviar" is engraved on the front plate and printed on the bottom on the back with model number ZHX-PB21. The PO numbers 1 through 10 (PO-PP001 to PO-PP010) are marked on the back. Power Packs that do not have a PO number are also subject to this recall. Note: Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled power bank in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled power bank in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores.. Recalled by VC Group, of Brooklyn, New York. Units affected: About 89,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wireless portable power banks and contact VC Group for a free replacement power bank. To receive a replacement, consumers will be required to provide photographs of their power bank with the word "Recalled" written in permanent marker before uploading them to the firm's website at https://velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsafe-battery-pack-recall. Consumers should dispose of the power banks in accordance with local and state regulations.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 20, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 25190.

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