Belkin Recalls 83,500 Stands and Power Banks for Battery Defect

Belkin International has recalled approximately 83,500 units of its AutoTracking Stand Pro for iPhone and two models of its BoostCharge 20,000mAh USB-C PD power banks in the United States, along with 2,385 units sold in Canada, due to a manufacturing defect in the lithium-ion battery cells that can cause overheating and pose fire and burn hazards.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the voluntary recall on Thursday, affecting devices sold from August 2020 through August 2025. The products include the AutoTracking Stand Pro, model MMA008; the BoostCharge power bank, model BPB002; and another variant, model PB0003. These items were available for prices ranging from $29 to $180 through Belkin's website and retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart. Consumers can identify affected units by checking the model numbers printed on the bottom of the stand or the back or side of the power banks. The stands come in black, while the power banks are black, with one variant also in white.

The defect involves lithium-ion battery components that may overheat under certain conditions, according to the CPSC. To date, Belkin has received one report of a fire in the...