Hundreds of Kogalla Power Banks Recalled After Reports of Fire and Burn Hazards

Zyntony Inc., in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has issued a recall for approximately 2,400 Kogalla-branded power banks due to a significant fire and burn risk. The affected models, BP125, BatPak 2F, and BatPak 3F, have been found to have lithium-ion batteries that can overheat and ignite, even when the devices are not in use.

The recalled power banks feature lithium-ion batteries with capacities of 6,700mAh, 13,400mAh, or 20,100mAh. They were sold both as standalone units and as part of Kogalla trail light kits. Consumers can identify the recalled products by the Kogalla logo printed on the front, and the model number located on the back. Specifically, the BP125 models have a black USB-A jack, while the BatPak 2F and BatPak 3F models are equipped with orange USB-A jacks. These power banks were available for purchase on Kogalla.com between June 2024 and January 2025, with prices ranging from $45 to $90 for the power banks alone and $180 to $230 for the trail light kits that included these power banks.

The recall stems from reports received by Zyntony Inc. detailing two instances where the lithium-ion batteries overheated and caught fire, even without the devices being actively used. These incidents resulted in one consumer sustaining a minor burn injury and approximately $3,300 in property damage.

Consumers who own one of the recalled Kogalla power banks are strongly advised to cease using the device immediately. To receive a free replacement power bank, including shipping, customers should visit the designated online form at https://rtn.kogalla.com/products/request-batpak-replacement. Further instructions and information can also be found on Kogalla.com by navigating to the “Recall Information” section at the top of the page.

Proper disposal of these recalled lithium-ion batteries is critical due to their heightened fire risk. Consumers are cautioned against discarding them in regular household trash, standard recycling bins, or general store-based battery recycling boxes. Instead, it is recommended to consult with a municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center. Consumers should contact their local HHW facility in advance to confirm if they accept recalled lithium-ion batteries. If the HHW center cannot accept them, individuals should seek further guidance from their municipality.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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