January 14, 2026 – A UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank has reportedly caught fire while charging, resulting in severe second-degree burns to a 20-year-old user. The incident occurred while the individual was sleeping, highlighting significant safety concerns associated with portable charging devices.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On December 15, 2025, a 20-year-old consumer plugged in their UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank, a 10,000mAH wireless portable charger, into an outlet to charge. The incident report states that while the individual was sleeping, the power bank started on fire. The user sustained severe second-degree burns as a direct result of the fire. Further details regarding the exact cause of the fire (e.g., specific component failure, environmental factors) are not specified in the incident report.
Safety Concerns
This incident with the UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank raises critical safety concerns, primarily revolving around the potential for lithium-ion batteries to overheat and ignite.
- Immediate Dangers: The most immediate danger is fire, which can spread rapidly and cause significant property damage. Users are also at direct risk of severe burns, as seen in this incident, and smoke inhalation. Fires originating from electronic devices can be particularly challenging to extinguish due and can release toxic fumes.
- Long-Term Risks: Victims of severe burns may face long-term physical consequences including extensive scarring, nerve damage, and chronic pain. There can also be significant psychological trauma associated with such incidents, especially when occurring during sleep or in one’s home.
- Who Might Be Affected: Anyone owning or using this specific UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank, or similar portable charging devices, could be at risk. The danger is particularly heightened when devices are charged unattended, overnight, or on flammable surfaces like bedding. Children and individuals with limited mobility could be especially vulnerable if a fire were to occur.
- Property Damage Potential: A fire starting from a power bank can quickly escalate, causing extensive damage to furniture, bedding, walls, and other household items. In worst-case scenarios, it could lead to structural damage to a home.
What Consumers Should Do
Given the serious nature of this incident, consumers who own a UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank or similar portable charging devices should take immediate precautions:
- Immediate Steps to Take:
* If your power bank shows signs of overheating, swelling, emits a burning smell, or makes unusual noises, immediately unplug it if safe to do so and move it to a non-flammable surface away from combustible materials.
* Do not attempt to extinguish a lithium-ion battery fire with water, as it can worsen the situation. Use a Class D fire extinguisher if available, or evacuate the area and call emergency services.
* If you have any suspicion your power bank is compromised, discontinue use immediately.
- How to Check if You Own the Affected Product: Verify the brand name (UGREEN), model description (Magnetic Power Bank, 10,000mAH Wireless Portable Charger PD 20W Fast Charging Battery Pack with USB-C), and purchase location (Amazon) of your power bank. This information is typically found on the product packaging or the device itself.
- Prevention Measures:
* Always supervise charging: Avoid charging power banks overnight or when you are not present to monitor them.
* Charge on safe surfaces: Never charge power banks on flammable materials like beds, carpets, or couches. Use hard, non-flammable surfaces.
* Use original or certified chargers: Only use the charging cables and adapters supplied by the manufacturer or certified compatible accessories.
* Inspect for damage: Regularly check your power bank for any signs of physical damage, swelling, or unusual heat when not in use. Discard damaged devices safely.
* Avoid extreme temperatures: Do not expose power banks to extreme heat or cold.
- Reporting Procedures: If you experience an incident involving a product, report it immediately to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. Your report helps identify dangerous products and prevent future incidents.
Manufacturer’s Response
No response has been provided by AMERICA UGREEN LIMITED regarding this incident as of the reporting 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.