March 5, 2026 — A HAONINYUE Car Jump Starter with Air Compressor, purchased on Amazon.com, reportedly caught fire while charging, leading to significant property damage, toxic smoke exposure, and minor injuries to a family of four, including a newborn. The incident occurred approximately two months after purchase, during the device’s second charge cycle.
Product Details
Product: HAONINYUE Car Jump Starter with Air Compressor (Amazon ASIN: B0F2SBB9CJ)
Incident Report Date: 2/12/2026
Incident Overview
On approximately February 4, 2026, a HAONINYUE Car Jump Starter with Air Compressor (ASIN: B0F2SBB9CJ) experienced a catastrophic failure while charging via USB-C in the consumer’s home. The device, purchased on December 17, 2025, and delivered on December 29, 2025, had been charged once upon receipt and subsequently used three times to jump-start vehicles without incident.
Following its third use, with the battery display showing approximately 35-36% charge remaining, the owner plugged the device into a USB-C charger, as per the manufacturer’s specified charging method, to recharge it. During this routine charge, the lithium-ion battery within the jump starter underwent thermal runaway, an uncontrolled increase in temperature that rapidly escalated into a fire.
The plastic housing of the device melted and severely deformed, with the battery cells rupturing through the bottom casing. The fire produced large volumes of dense, toxic smoke that quickly inundated the kitchen, living room, and adjacent areas of the house. The household, which included the consumer, their wife, their newborn daughter, and their almost-3-year-old daughter, were all exposed to the hazardous lithium-ion smoke.
The consumer attempted to remove the burning device from the house, sustaining a minor burn to their hand in the process before handing it off to a maintenance worker outside. The family evacuated the house, and the consumer used a leaf blower and multiple fans to clear the thick smoke. The entire kitchen and living room were subsequently found to be covered in soot, ash, and toxic lithium-ion particulate. Three household staff members spent a full day cleaning the contamination, and the consumer’s workday was lost managing the emergency.
Regarding health effects, the consumer reported respiratory inflammation and a scratchy throat from prolonged smoke exposure. Their wife experienced a full-body allergic skin reaction that necessitated antihistamine medication. Both children were monitored throughout the day for any adverse effects, though no emergency medical treatment was required for any family member.
The product listing on Amazon explicitly advertises “10 intelligent safety protections,” including safeguards against overcharge, overcurrent, short circuit, and high temperature. Despite these claims, the incident report indicates that all these supposed safety features failed during a routine charging operation, with the device being used entirely within normal operating conditions and manufacturer guidelines. The burned device has been preserved as physical evidence, and photos of the damage were reportedly attached to the incident report. A claim has also been filed with Amazon.
Safety Concerns
This incident highlights severe safety concerns associated with the HAONINYUE Car Jump Starter with Air Compressor, particularly regarding its lithium-ion battery and alleged safety features:
- Immediate Fire Hazard: The primary concern is the potential for spontaneous combustion and rapid escalation into a fire, even during routine charging. Lithium-ion battery thermal runaway can be sudden and aggressive, posing an immediate threat to life and property.
- Toxic Smoke Exposure: The dense, toxic smoke produced by burning lithium-ion batteries contains hazardous chemicals and particulate matter. Exposure can lead to immediate respiratory distress, allergic reactions, and potential long-term health issues, especially for vulnerable individuals like infants and young children.
- Burns and Physical Injury: Direct contact with a burning device or efforts to extinguish or remove it can result in severe burns, as experienced by the consumer in this incident.
- Property Damage: Fires and smoke from such incidents can cause extensive property damage, including soot contamination, structural damage, and the need for specialized cleaning or remediation, leading to significant financial burden and disruption.
- Failure of Safety Features: The incident report claims that “10 intelligent safety protections” advertised by the manufacturer, including overcharge and high-temperature protection, failed. This suggests a critical defect in the product’s design, manufacturing, or quality control, rendering the device unsafe for its intended use.
- Unpredictable Nature: The thermal runaway occurred during the device’s second charge cycle and after normal usage, indicating that the risk is not limited to initial use or misuse but can manifest under typical operating conditions.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own a HAONINYUE Car Jump Starter with Air Compressor (Amazon ASIN: B0F2SBB9CJ) or a similar product:
1. Immediately Stop Using and Charging: Do not use or attempt to charge the device. Unplug it from any power source.
2. Isolate the Product: If safe to do so, move the device to a non-combustible area, away from flammable materials and out of reach of children and pets. Do not store it inside your home. A garage or outdoor shed might be suitable, but ensure it’s away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.
3. Do Not Attempt Repairs: Do not try to open, modify, or repair the device yourself, as this can exacerbate the hazard.
4. Check for Affected Product: Verify if your product matches the HAONINYUE Car Jump Starter with Air Compressor, particularly if purchased from Amazon.com using ASIN: B0F2SBB9CJ.
5. Report the Incident: If you have experienced a similar incident or are concerned about the safety of your device, report it immediately to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.SaferProducts.gov.
6. Contact Amazon: File a complaint with Amazon regarding the product’s safety if purchased through their platform.
7. Seek Medical Attention if Exposed: If you or anyone in your household experienced smoke inhalation, burns, or other adverse health effects, seek medical attention immediately.
8. Proper Disposal: Follow local regulations for disposing of lithium-ion batteries and electronic waste. Do not dispose of them in regular household trash. Contact your local waste management facility for guidance on safe disposal.
Manufacturer’s Response
No manufacturer response has been provided in the incident report.
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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.