DGL Group Recalls Vibe USB Mobile Power Bars Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 14-162 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- April 29, 2014
- Brand
- DGL
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Vibe USB Mobile Power Bar
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 99,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
This recall involves Vibe USB mobile power bars also known as portable USB power supply or portable chargers. The power bars were sold in black, white, blue, green, pink and purple. The rectangular-shaped power bars measure one square inch by three inches long and have a cord with key ring attached at the end. "Power Bank" is embossed on the face of the device. "Vibe" and "Power Bar" are printed on the front of the black packaging along with an image of the device in one of the six colors. Model number FB-Bar is printed below the UPC code on the bottom of the packaging
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Vibe USB Mobile Power Bar · About 99,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Five Below stores nationwide from January 2014 to March 2014 for about $5.; DGL Group Ltd., of Edison, N.J..
Injuries or incidents reported
DGL Group has received six reports of incidents involving melted parts, smoking, leaking batteries and fire resulting in reports of bursting power bars and minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
DGL Group toll-free at (888) 456-4251 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.dglusa.com and click on "Safety Recall" for more information.
Recall history and context
DGL appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all DGL recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Vibe USB Mobile Power Bar (About 99,000 units). This recall involves Vibe USB mobile power bars also known as portable USB power supply or portable chargers.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below.
What should I do if I own one?
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.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.