Amazon, Home Depot, and ESR Tech are recalling more than 30,000 ESR HaloLock wireless power banks sold in the US and Canada due to fire and explosion risks, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced.
The recall affects HaloLock models 2G520, 2G505B, and 2G512B. These pocket-sized chargers, available in dark blue, light blue, gray, white, and black, feature five circular LED display lights.
According to FoxBusiness, the units were sold between September 2023 and July 2025, with approximately 24,000 purchased in the US and nearly 10,000 in Canada.
According to the CPSC, ESR has received nine reports of batteries overheating, catching fire, and exploding, causing around $20,000 in property damage.
"The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers," the commission said. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.
Consumers are urged to stop using the affected power banks immediately, even if the devices appear to be working properly.
The CPSC emphasized that these batteries must be disposed of differently from standard batteries due to the heightened fire risk.
They should not be thrown in the trash. Instead, consumers are advised to contact their local household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center to see if it accepts recalled lithium-ion batteries, or seek guidance from municipal authorities.
ESR Recalls HaloLock Power Banks, Offers Full Refunds
ESR is offering full refunds for returned power banks. Owners are asked to write the word "recalled" in permanent marker on the device, take a photo showing the model number and the marking, and email it to support@esrtech.com for a refund.
The recalled HaloLock power banks, available in 6,000mAh and 10,000mAh versions, were marketed as affordable alternatives to Apple's MagSafe accessories, priced between $32 and $40, TheVerge said.
They offered slower 7.5W wireless charging speeds for iPhones, compared to other Qi2-compatible chargers with at least 15W speeds.
Seven months ago, a Reddit user shared images of a power bank catching fire at home, later identifying it as an ESR 10,000mAh wireless charger, highlighting the real-world risk these devices pose.
ESR, Amazon, and Home Depot encourage consumers to act quickly to return the recalled units to prevent any potential hazards.
Originally published on vcpost.com
