January 9, 2026 – A recent incident report details a BLONGKY Model FCC390 portable electric car kettle exploding during use, resulting in significant burn injuries and permanent scarring for a consumer. The incident highlights potential safety concerns with portable heating devices used in vehicles.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On August 30, 2025, a consumer reported using their BLONGKY portable electric car kettle, Model FCC390, to make tea while driving. The product was reportedly being used according to its specifications. During this use, the kettle unexpectedly exploded. The explosion caused the consumer to sustain multiple burns, including a severe burn and blister covering an area of approximately 4 inches by 4 inches. This particular injury required 6 weeks to heal and has resulted in permanent scarring for the victim. The exact cause of the explosion, such as a malfunction in the heating element, pressure buildup, or an electrical fault, is not specified in the incident report.
Safety Concerns
The incident involving the BLONGKY FCC390 portable electric car kettle raises several serious safety concerns for consumers:
- Immediate Dangers: An exploding device within the confined space of a vehicle presents immediate and severe risks. The primary danger is the potential for thermal burns from hot liquids or steam, as well as the hot components of the device itself. Projectiles from the explosion could also cause impact injuries or lacerations.
- Long-term Risks: As demonstrated by this incident, severe burns can lead to prolonged healing times, intense pain, infection risks, and permanent scarring, which can have significant physical and psychological impacts on the victim.
- Who Might Be Affected: Drivers and any passengers in the vehicle at the time of the incident are at direct risk. The sudden nature of an explosion could also startle a driver, potentially leading to a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a car accident.
- Property Damage Potential: Beyond personal injury, an exploding device can cause significant damage to a vehicle’s interior, including upholstery, dashboard, and electronic components, potentially leading to costly repairs or rendering the vehicle unsafe for use.
What Consumers Should Do
Given the severity of this incident, consumers who own a BLONGKY Model FCC390 portable electric car kettle should take immediate precautions:
- Immediate Steps: If you own a BLONGKY Model FCC390 portable electric car kettle, stop using it immediately. Do not attempt to repair or tamper with the device.
- How to Check: Verify the brand name (BLONGKY) and model number (FCC390) on your portable electric car kettle. This information is typically found on a label on the bottom or side of the device.
- Prevention Measures: Always exercise caution with any portable heating or electronic devices, especially those used in vehicles or near flammable materials. Ensure products have proper safety certifications.
- Reporting Procedures: If you have experienced a similar incident or have concerns about this product, you are encouraged to report it to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. Detailed reports help identify patterns and prompt further action.
Manufacturer’s Response
No response has been provided by the manufacturer, Maoming Huazhou Zibailong Technology Co., Ltd. DBA BLONGKY, regarding this incident as of the report date.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.