DGL Group is recalling approximately 99,000 Vibe USB mobile power bars because the devices can overheat, leading to potential fires. There have been six reports of these power bars melting, smoking, leaking battery fluid, and bursting, causing minor property damage. These rectangular portable chargers were sold in black, white, blue, green, pink, and purple at Five Below stores nationwide between January 2014 and March 2014 for approximately $5. Consumers should immediately stop using these power bars and return them to DGL Group for a refund and a coupon.
The internal components of the power bar can overheat and cause the battery to leak or the plastic casing to melt and smoke. This defect has resulted in several reports of the chargers bursting into flames, which poses a significant fire hazard to users and their property.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bar, unplug it from the electrical outlet and return it to the DGL Group for a full refund and a $5 coupon towards another purchase at Five Below.
Vibe USB Mobile Power Bar
Vibe USB Mobile Power Bars in packaging
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response