Rechargeable Battery Packs (Brunton) – Fire Hazard (2016)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Rechargeable battery packs
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
Product Images
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Rechargeable battery packs. The hazard is: The power packs' lithium ion polymer batteries can overheat and catch on fire during charging, posin. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Brunton's Impel and Impel 2 rechargeable, portable battery packs that are used to charge cell phones, tablets, laptops and other devices. The Impel battery came in a rubberized shell in dark gray with orange or blue and the Impel 2 in light gray with black trim. The battery packs can be plugged into an A/C wall outlet, a 12 volt car charger or an attachable solar panel for recharging. They measure about 7.5 inches long by 7 inches wide by 1 inch thick. The lithium ion polymer battery packs have 16, and 19 volt outputs and a USB port. The Impel model also has a 12 volt output. Brunton is embossed on the top of the battery pack, along with the power button and five LED lights.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The power packs' lithium ion polymer batteries can overheat and catch on fire during charging, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and contact Brunton for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026