The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warned consumers to stop using certain HAIARA power banks immediately after receiving 600 reports of fires, explosions and other overheating incidents. The warning, issued on November 5, 2026, covered approximately 210,000 units of the W5 PRO model, whose lithium-ion batteries could explode and catch fire.
The reports included three burn injuries and nine cases of property damage. The affected power banks were sold online through Amazon and Newegg between January 2025 and October 2026.
Which HAIARA Power Banks Were Affected?
The warning covered black HAIARA W5 PRO power banks with “20W” printed on the front and “Model: W5 PRO” printed on the side.
Consumers were advised to check the side label for a date code formatted as YYYYMMDD. The CPSC warning applied to units without this date code. The HAIARA brand name might also appear on purchase receipts rather than on the device itself.
The power banks were manufactured in China by Shenzhen Joway Power Supply Co. Ltd.
CPSC Received Hundreds of Reports of Fires and Explosions
The CPSC said it had received 600 reports of fire, explosions and other thermal incidents involving the power banks. Three reports involved burn injuries, while nine involved property damage.
The agency warned that the lithium-ion battery could explode and ignite, creating a risk of fire and burns. It urged consumers to stop using the affected devices immediately rather than waiting for further instructions.
Only One Seller Agreed to a Recall
The CPSC said the Chinese manufacturer had not responded to its requests for information or a recall. The agency also identified three Amazon sellers connected to the products.
Mitrytech agreed to recall approximately 11,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks sold through Amazon between May 2025 and September 2026 for $18 to $22. Customers who purchased the affected units from Mitrytech could contact the seller for a full refund.
However, Amazon seller Geralde-US had not responded to the CPSC’s requests, while Woot had refused to conduct a recall. The broader safety warning therefore covered approximately 210,000 units, even though the Mitrytech recall applied to a smaller group.
What Should Consumers Do With the Power Banks?
The CPSC advised consumers to stop using the affected HAIARA power banks immediately and dispose of them through local hazardous-waste procedures.
Consumers were specifically warned not to throw the devices into household trash, regular recycling bins or battery collection boxes commonly found at retail and home improvement stores. Defective lithium-ion batteries required special handling because of their increased fire risk.
The agency recommended contacting a local household hazardous waste collection center before taking the device there to confirm that it accepted defective lithium-ion batteries. If the center did not accept them, consumers were advised to contact their municipality for disposal instructions.
The CPSC also warned consumers not to sell or give away the hazardous power banks. Those who experienced a safety incident could report it through SaferProducts.gov.
