IPhone charger coming apart at the phone end

Question

Is there a recal on the iPhone charger available?  Mine is coming apart at the end that goes into the phone.  The insulation is separating from the plug.  Anyonw else seeing this?

Answer 1

When a battery-operated device shows suspicious warping or bulging, and it has never been dropped or mishandled, this could be a sign of a battery defect. Other signs, like excessive heat or poor battery life, are commonly seen in conjunction with warping. This is a potentially dangerous problem and the device should be opened and the battery removed in order to determine the cause.
It is important that you bring this to the attention of the device manufacturer. Li-polymer batteries are somewhat less susceptible to catastrophic failure than older Li-ion technology, but the very nature of battery technology means that they are still extremely high energy density devices.