Casely is a brand probably best known for its phone cases and MagSafe-compatible accessories. But last year the company had to issue a recall on one of its most popular products. Now, after a death and mid-flight explosion, the Casely Power Pod is recalled is back and much more urgent Compared to the first time.
Consumer Product Safety Commission and Casely Recall issued again on April 16Covers 429,200 units of 5,000mAh Power Pod (model E33A). Casely updated the hazard language to reflect that lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death. The original Casely Power Pod recall occurred on April 17, 2025. This was after 51 reports of batteries overheating, exploding or catching fire. There were also reports of six minor burns.
What has changed since the first memory
Since then, 28 more incidents have come to light. Two in particular stand out. In August 2024, a 75-year-old woman in New Jersey was charging her phone with a Power Pod on her lap when it caught fire and exploded. She suffered second and third degree burns. He also later died of complications. In February 2026, a 47-year-old woman aboard a commercial airplane suffered first-degree burns when her power pod caught fire and exploded mid-flight while charging her phone.
The recalled units have the model number E33A on the back. Casely sells these on its website, Amazon, and other online retailers between March 2022 and September 2024 for between $30 and $70. If you have one, stop using it immediately. To receive a free replacement or $60 store credit, visit here getcasely.com/pages/2025-recall And fill the form.
You must submit two photos. One has “Recalled” on the front and the date in permanent marker, and one shows the model number on the back. We should mention that you should not throw it in the trash or standard recycling. Lithium-ion batteries require separate disposal through the local hazardous waste program.
This isn’t the first power bank recall to come through the CPSC, and it won’t be the last. If you need a replacement, there are some certified options worth checking out in our best power banks roundup.
