Gadget Defects: Acodeco Issues Alert for Product Recall in Panama. The recall campaign, initiated by the manufacturer, is due to a potential risk of overheating in certain units of tracking stands and external batteries (power banks). The report indicates that to date, no incidents have been recorded in the country in relation to these products. Steps for Affected Consumers Acodeco urges consumers who own the specified models to take immediate action to ensure their safety. If the model corresponds to the affected product, the following steps must be followed: • Stop using the product immediately. • Return the product to the economic agent. • Request a full refund from the economic agent where the consumer purchased the product. Acodeco maintains constant monitoring of the product withdrawal process, in accordance with Law 45 of October 31, 2007, its amendments, Executive Decree 46 of June 23, 2009, and Executive Decree 30 of September 9, 2025, seeking to guarantee the safety of Panamanian consumers. The entire public is recommended to stay informed about product recall alerts published on the institution's official website, www.acodeco.gob.pa, and on Acodeco's social networks. Acodeco alerts about product recall due to overheating risk.
