CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2024-12-12

HTRC C240 Battery Chargers Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury and Death; Manufactured by Shenzhen Haitan Technology Co.

25066 · Recalled 2024-12-12 · CPSC page

Recalled HTRC C240 battery charger
Recalled HTRC C240 battery charger

Description

This recall involves HTRC C240 battery chargers sold for charging lithium-ion batteries. The defective chargers are black with two blue screens, numbered 1 and 2, and the model identifier "C240 DUO" printed between the screens. The brand name "HTRC" is printed at the bottom left corner.

Hazards

The chargers can ignite or cause a connected battery to ignite, posing fire and burn hazards and risk of serious injury and death.

Reported injuries

HTRC has received 32 reports of fire and other thermal incidents, including five reports of significant property damage and one report of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact HTRC for instructions on how to return the chargers for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
HTRC C240 battery chargersAbout 34,600

Parties

Manufacturer
Shenzhen Haitan Technology Co. Ltd., d/b/a HTRC
Made in
China
Sold at
AliExpress.com, Amazon.com, Banggood.com, eBay.com, HTRC-Direct.com, RCGoing.com, $290.

Consumer contact

HTRC collect at 951-215-8389 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, email servicesupport@ht-rc.com, or visit www.ht-rc.com/recalls.asp or www.ht-rc.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.

Source: CPSC recall 25066. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.