Brunton Outdoors Recalls Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6711.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6711.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and contact Brunton for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Adorama, Austin Canoe & Kayak, Moontrail, Rei, The Clymb And Other Outdoor Equipment Retailers Nationwide And Online At Www.amazon.com, Www.backcountry.com, Www.bhphotovideo.com, Www.forestry-suppliers.com, And Www.opticsplanet.com From February 2011 Through May 2015 For About $300. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6711.
Brunton Outdoor at 800-443-4871 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.brunton.com and click on Impel Charger Product Recall the top or bottom of the page for more information.
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Adorama, Austin Canoe & Kayak, Moontrail, Rei, The Clymb And Other Outdoor Equipment Retailers Nationwide And Online At Www.amazon.com, Www.backcountry.com, Www.bhphotovideo.com, Www.forestry-suppliers.com, And Www.opticsplanet.com From February 2011 Through May 2015 For About $300. Recall FAQ
Adorama, Austin Canoe & Kayak, Moontrail, Rei, The Clymb And Other Outdoor Equipment Retailers Nationwide And Online At Www.amazon.com, Www.backcountry.com, Www.bhphotovideo.com, Www.forestry-suppliers.com, And Www.opticsplanet.com From February 2011 Through May 2015 For About $300. is the subject of an electronics recall: Brunton Outdoors Recalls Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on April 19, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,050 units are potentially affected.