Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 34,600 units
Electrical Recall No. 25-066 Published December 12, 2024

HTRC C240 battery chargers

The chargers can ignite or cause a connected battery to ignite, posing fire and burn hazards and risk of serious injury and death. Manufactured by Shenzhen Haitan Technology Co. Ltd. and sold at AliExpress.com, Amazon.com, Banggood.com, eBay.com, HTRC-Direct.com and RCGoing.com from December 2017 – June 2024 for $65 to $290.

Recalled HTRC C240 battery charger
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Recalled HTRC C240 battery charger

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

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

32
Incident reports to the firm
1
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

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

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
01
What to do

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

Product and sales details

ManufacturerShenzhen Haitan Technology Co. Ltd., d/b/a HTRC, of China
UnitsAbout 34,600
Made inChina
Sold atAliExpress.com, Amazon.com, Banggood.com, eBay.com, HTRC-Direct.com and RCGoing.com
Sales periodDecember 2017 – June 2024
Price$65 to $290
Category Electrical

How to reach the firm

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951-215-8389
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
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