The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14723·Announced 2014-03-14

MobilePower Instant Boost 500 Power Packs Recalled for Fire Hazard

MobilePower is recalling about 9,800 Instant Boost 500 power packs sold by QVC because they can overheat and cause fires. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with 13 reports of smoke and fire, but no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

MobilePower LLC is recalling approximately 9,800 Instant Boost 500, 6-in-1 Power multi-function power packs. These units were sold exclusively by QVC from October 2012 through December 2012 for about $97. The recalled power packs have model number 2013, QVC SKU# V31873, and serial number MPC-060512-25. The model and serial numbers are located on a white label on the back panel next to the inverter fan. The units are black and blue, weigh 20 lbs., and measure about 9 inches tall, 10 inches wide, and 8 inches long. They provide AC or DC power and include features such as two A/C outlets, a USB port, car battery jumper cables, and an air hose outlet.

The recall is being issued because the power packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard. MobilePower has received 13 reports of smoke and fire coming from the power packs. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the recalled power packs immediately. They should contact QVC at (800) 367-9444 from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.qvc.com and click on Product Recall Info for instructions to return the units for a free replacement. MobilePower and QVC are also contacting customers directly.

The recalled product

Product
MobilePower Instant Boost 500 power packs
Manufacturer
MobilePower LLC, of Bluffton, S.C.
Category
Consumer Product — Batteries and Chargers
Hazard
Affected units
9,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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