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Verizon Ellipsis Jetpack Hotspots Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards

Verizon recalls 2.5 million Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots imported by Franklin Wireless due to fire and burn risks from overheating lithium batteries. Consumers must update software and store safely until returning for free replacement.

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Verizon is recalling 2.5 million Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots imported by Franklin Wireless because their lithium batteries can overheat, causing fire and burn hazards. Users should update software to prevent charging while plugged in and store the device safely until returning it for a free replacement. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2874-verizon-ellipsis-jetpack-hotspots-recall-fire-and-burn-hazards.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/2874-verizon-ellipsis-jetpack-hotspots-recall-fire-and-burn-hazards · Updated August 3, 2026 · Official notice: CPSC #9034

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“Verizon Ellipsis Jetpack Hotspots Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2874-verizon-ellipsis-jetpack-hotspots-recall-fire-and-burn-hazards. Based on CPSC recall #9034 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Verizon-Recalls-2-5-Million-Ellipsis-Jetpack-Mobile-Hotspots-Imported-by-Franklin-Wireless-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards).

Verizon recalled approximately 2.5 million Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots imported by Franklin Wireless Corp. due to fire and burn hazards from overheating lithium-ion batteries, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The agency announced the recall on April 8, 2021.

How to tell if you have it

  • Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots
  • Dark navy plastic oval devices, approx. 3.5 inches wide and 2.25 inches tall
  • "verizon" printed below digital display window on front
  • Charger sticker: Compatible: FWC MHS900L, Model: FWCR900TVL, DC151030
  • Sold at Verizon stores nationwide, other stores, school districts nationwide, and online at www.verizon.com from April 2017 through March 2021 for between $50 to $150

What to do

Consumers can reduce risk by powering the unit off, unplugging it, and storing it away from children on a hard surface with adequate ventilation. If internet access is needed, users must turn the device on and plug it in to receive two over-the-air software updates that prevent charging while powered on. Consumers should contact Verizon toll-free at 855-205-2627 or online at www.EllipsisJetpackRecall.expertinquiry.com for a free replacement hotspot and return envelope.

The hazard

The lithium-ion battery in the hotspots can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Verizon has received 15 reports of devices overheating, including six reports of fire damage to bedding or flooring and two reports of minor burn injuries.

Context

GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Belkin Power Banks & Charging Stands Recall (2025-11-13), Tesla Powerwall 2 (2025-11-13), and INIU Power Banks Recall (2025-12-05).

How to tell if you have this one

The recalled hotspots are dark navy plastic oval devices about 3.5 inches wide and 2.25 inches tall. "Verizon" is printed below the digital display window on the front. The charger has a sticker stating: Compatible: FWC MHS900L, Model: FWCR900TVL, DC151030.

  • Brand
    Verizon
  • Product
    Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots
  • Category
    Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Update Software

    Turn the hotspot on and plug it in to receive two over-the-air software updates that show the device's identifying number and prevent charging while plugged in and powered on.

    After the software update is applied
  2. Store Safely

    When not in use, turn off the device, unplug it from its power source, and store it on a hard surface with adequate ventilation away from combustibles.

    Until returning for safe disposal
  3. Return for Replacement

    Use the contact information provided to receive a free replacement hotspot and return the recalled device for safe disposal.

    As soon as possible
Official remedy

What CPSC says to do

Consumers can reduce the risk of hazard by powering the unit off, unplugging it from its power source and store in a place away from children, on top a hard surface with adequate ventilation around the unit and away from combustibles until it can be properly returned to Verizon. If consumers must use the product for internet access, then they should take the following steps: Turn the recalled hotspot "on" and plug it in to allow the hotspot to receive two over-the-air automatic software updates that: (a) enable the device's identifying number to be viewed on its scrolling screen and (b) prevent the device from charging while the device is plugged in and powered on. After the software update is applied, users should: (a) Leave the device powered on while it is plugged in. (b) When not in use, the device should be turned off, unplugged from its power source, and securely stored. Consumers should use the contact information below to receive a replacement hotspot free of charge and a return envelope to return the Ellipsis to Verizon for safe disposal. Schools that provided the recalled Ellipsis Jetpack to students have been contacted by Verizon with instructions on receiving replacement hotspots free of charge and mailing packages to return the recalled Ellipsis Jetpacks to Verizon for safe disposal. Parents whose children received the recalled Ellipsis Jetpack from their schools should contact their school for instructions on how to receive a free replacement device and return their recalled Ellipsis Jetpacks.

Where it went

Where it was sold

Sold nationwide.

Alaska: yesAKMaine: yesMEVermont: yesVTNew Hampshire: yesNHWashington: yesWAIdaho: yesIDMontana: yesMTNorth Dakota: yesNDMinnesota: yesMNIllinois: yesILWisconsin: yesWIMichigan: yesMINew York: yesNYRhode Island: yesRIMassachusetts: yesMAOregon: yesORNevada: yesNVWyoming: yesWYSouth Dakota: yesSDIowa: yesIAIndiana: yesINOhio: yesOHPennsylvania: yesPANew Jersey: yesNJConnecticut: yesCTCalifornia: yesCAUtah: yesUTColorado: yesCONebraska: yesNEMissouri: yesMOKentucky: yesKYWest Virginia: yesWVVirginia: yesVAMaryland: yesMDDelaware: yesDEArizona: yesAZNew Mexico: yesNMKansas: yesKSArkansas: yesARTennessee: yesTNNorth Carolina: yesNCSouth Carolina: yesSCDistrict of Columbia: yesDCOklahoma: yesOKLouisiana: yesLAMississippi: yesMSAlabama: yesALGeorgia: yesGAHawaii: yesHITexas: yesTXFlorida: yesFL

CPSC “Sold at”: “Verizon stores nationwide, and other stores and to school districts nationwide and online at www.verizon.com from April 2017 through March 2021 for between $50 to $150.”

Sold nationwide.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Verizon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 9034 — Verizon Ellipsis Jetpack Hotspots Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards

Hello,

I own a Verizon Ellipsis Jetpack Hotspots Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards that is covered by recall 9034 from Verizon.

The official recall notice states: Consumers can reduce the risk of hazard by powering the unit off, unplugging it from its power source and store in a place away from children, on top a hard surface with adequate ventilation around the unit and away from combustibles until it can be properly returned to Verizon. If consumers must use the product for internet access, then they should take the following steps: Turn the recalled hotspot "on" and plug it in to allow the hotspot to receive two over-the-air automatic software updates that: (a) enable the device's identifying number to be viewed on its scrolling screen and (b) prevent the device from charging while the device is plugged in and powered on. After the software update is applied, users should: (a) Leave the device powered on while it is plugged in. (b) When not in use, the device should be turned off, unplugged from its power source, and securely stored. Consumers should use the contact information below to receive a replacement hotspot free of charge and a return envelope to return the Ellipsis to Verizon for safe disposal. Schools that provided the recalled Ellipsis Jetpack to students have been contacted by Verizon with instructions on receiving replacement hotspots free of charge and mailing packages to return the recalled Ellipsis Jetpacks to Verizon for safe disposal. Parents whose children received the recalled Ellipsis Jetpack from their schools should contact their school for instructions on how to receive a free replacement device and return their recalled Ellipsis Jetpacks.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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Where this comes from

The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: CPSC Recall #9034 (April 8, 2021)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
  • GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official CPSC recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.
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