Flaunt, a consumer electronics accessory brand, has issued a recall for its MagSafe Battery Chargers following reports that the devices can overheat and catch fire, causing burn injuries. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall after receiving five incident reports, including at least two cases where users sustained burns.

Product Details and Recall Scope

The recalled chargers are model number E33A, marked on the back, with “FLAUNT” engraved on the front right side and a small circular button on the front. They measure 3 by 2 by 0.25 inches, weigh about 3.2 ounces, and were sold in melon, black, lavender, and white. The products were available on flauntcases.com from May 2024 through April 2025.

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Consumers who own the recalled chargers are instructed to stop using them immediately and contact Flaunt for a full refund. The CPSC also warns against disposing of the devices in regular trash, recycling bins, or standard battery recycling boxes found at retail stores. Due to elevated fire risk, they must be taken to a municipal household hazardous waste collection center.

Broader Pattern of Power Bank Hazards

The Flaunt recall follows a similar action involving Casely Wireless Portable Power Banks in April 2025, which were also prone to overheating and igniting. In that case, a 75-year-old New Jersey woman died after her charger caught fire and exploded while resting on her lap, causing second- and third-degree burns that led to complications. Another Casely charger ignited on a plane while a passenger was charging her phone, resulting in first-degree burns, according to the CPSC.

These incidents underscore ongoing safety concerns with portable lithium-ion power banks, which have become ubiquitous for mobile device charging. The recalls highlight the need for rigorous quality control and consumer awareness regarding battery-powered accessories.

As the CPSC continues to investigate, consumers are urged to check their devices and follow disposal guidelines to prevent further injuries. The agency emphasizes that improper disposal can pose fire hazards in waste collection facilities.