Sunita SomvanshiBrooklyn-based Casely Inc. has launched a large-scale recall affecting approximately 429,200 portable wireless chargers following multiple reports of dangerous overheating. The company’s 5000mAh Power Pods with MagSafe capability have been linked to 51 incidents where units overheated, expanded, or caught fire during phone charging, causing six minor burn injuries.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) formalized the recall announcement on April 17 for products sold between March 2022 and September 2024 through online channels including getcasely.com and Amazon.com. The affected units retailed for $30-$70.
Identifying Affected Products
Consumers can identify recalled units by checking for the model number E33A printed on the back of the device and “Casely” engraved on the front right side. The compact power banks measure 3 x 2 x 0.25 inches, weigh about 3.2 ounces, and were sold in multiple colors and patterns.
Replacement Process
Casely is offering free replacements with UL-certified Power Pods (Model PP240). To obtain a replacement, consumers must:
- Stop using the recalled power banks immediately
- Visit getcasely.com/pages/2025-recall and complete the online form
- Submit two photos: one showing the front of the power bank with “Recalled” and the date written in permanent marker, and another showing the model number on the back
- Dispose of the recalled unit following local regulations for lithium-ion batteries
No proof of purchase is required for replacement. Consumers can also contact Casely by phone (888-964-9331, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET) or email ([email protected]).
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Battery Safety Concerns
This recall adds to a pattern of safety issues with lithium-ion batteries in portable chargers. The CPSC emphasizes that these batteries require special disposal procedures due to their high fire risk potential.
“Do not throw this recalled lithium-ion battery or device in the trash, in the general recycling stream, or in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores,” warns the CPSC in its recall notice.
Similar recalls have affected other brands recently. Just last December, a similarly huge recall was issued for a power bank brand called Charmast that sold hundreds of thousands of units, and established manufacturer Anker has faced similar situations previously.
“Casely is committed to its customers’ safety and, out of an abundance of caution, has taken proactive measures to remove potentially faulty products from circulation,” the company stated in its announcement.
Consumers seeking additional information should visit the official recall website (getcasely.com/pages/2025-recall) or the CPSC website for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Casely power bank is affected if it’s a Power Pod 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless phone charger with model number E33A. Look for “Casely” engraved on the front side and the model number E33A printed on the back. These units were sold between March 2022 and September 2024 through getcasely.com, Amazon.com, and other online retailers.
If you have a recalled unit, immediately stop using it. Visit getcasely.com/pages/2025-recall to complete the online replacement form. You’ll need to submit two photos: one showing the front of the power bank with “Recalled” and the date written in permanent marker, and another showing the model number on the back. Casely will send you a free UL-certified replacement (Model PP240). Properly dispose of the recalled unit according to your local regulations for lithium-ion batteries.
The power banks are being recalled because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards. Casely has received 51 reports of the battery overheating, expanding, or catching fire while charging phones, resulting in six minor burn injuries.
Do not throw the recalled power bank in regular trash or recycling bins. Lithium-ion batteries require special disposal due to their fire risk. Contact your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center to ask if they accept recalled lithium-ion batteries. If they don’t, contact your municipality for guidance on proper disposal methods.
No, proof of purchase is not required. You only need to submit the required photos through Casely’s recall website (getcasely.com/pages/2025-recall) to receive your free replacement.
No, the recall only affects the Casely Power Pods 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless phone charger with model number E33A. According to Casely, all other battery packs not included in this recall remain safe to use.
