Isla Rae phone chargers recalled for explosion risk
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 13,200 Isla Rae magnetic wireless phone chargers sold at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls nationwide between June 2024 and November 2025, warning they can explode while in use and pose fire and burn hazards. The recalled RM5PBM model power banks, sold in white, pink and purple for about $15, are compatible with magnetic charging systems; Twin Cities customers are urged to stop using them, register at recallrtr.com/powerbank for a full refund, and dispose of the lithium‑ion devices through proper local hazardous‑waste channels rather than in household trash or standard recycling.
📌 Key Facts
- Roughly 13,200 Isla Rae magnetic wireless chargers (model RM5PBM) sold in the U.S. at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls have been recalled, plus about 7,000 units in Canada.
- CPSC says the chargers can explode while in use, creating fire and burn hazards, though no incidents or injuries have been reported so far.
- Consumers should stop using the chargers immediately, register for a refund at https://www.recallrtr.com/powerbank, and dispose of the lithium‑ion devices according to local and state hazardous‑waste rules, not in household trash or standard battery bins.
📊 Relevant Data
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported over 25,000 overheating incidents involving lithium-ion batteries in consumer products over a 5-year period, averaging about 5,000 fires per year.
5000 Lithium-Ion Battery Fires a Year: How to Keep Your Business Off the List — Disaster Recovery Journal
Lithium-ion battery fires in consumer products have resulted in 12 deaths and over 260 injuries.
Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Statistics | Everything You Need to Know — Levin Simes
Incidents of lithium-ion battery fires increased by 60% from 2018 to 2022.
Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: An In-Depth Look at Current Statistics and Trends — ESZONEO
Thermal runaway, where internal temperatures rise uncontrollably, is the leading cause of lithium-ion battery fires and explosions.
Lithium-Ion Battery Fire: What Causes It & How to Control It — Human Focus
Using an incompatible charger can cause lithium-ion battery fires by leading to overcharging or improper voltage.
How Borrowing a Charger Could Cause a Lithium-ion Battery Fire — Fire Safety Research Institute
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