HTRC Battery Charger Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

HTRC battery chargers have been recalled in the United States after reports of fires, burns and property damage. The CPSC recalled the HTRC C240 DUO on December 12, 2024, and the HTRC and Haisito T400 on April 2, 2026. About 34,600 C240 DUO and 4,800 T400 chargers are covered. No lawsuit or MDL has been filed over HTRC chargers. Both recalls offer a refund. The CPSC says the chargers can ignite or cause a connected battery to ignite. If you own one, stop using it now.

Latest HTRC Battery Charger Lawsuit Updates

April 2, 2026: CPSC Announces the T400 Recall

The CPSC announced the T400 recall, recall 26-379, covering about 4,800 HTRC and Haisito T400 battery chargers made by Huizhou Haitan Technology [1]. The remedy is a refund. The company has received 33 reports of fires and explosions.

January 9, 2025: Health Canada Posts a C240 Recall

Health Canada posted a recall of HTRC C240 battery chargers, RA-76807 [2]. The company reported 3000 units sold in Canada from 2021 to 2024. As of January 5, 2025, the company had received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. The notice says batteries are hazardous waste and do not belong in household garbage.

December 12, 2024: CPSC Announces the C240 DUO Recall

The CPSC announced the C240 DUO recall, recall 25-066, covering about 34,600 HTRC C240 battery chargers [3]. Shenzhen Haitan Technology Co. Ltd., d/b/a HTRC, made the chargers. The remedy is a refund.

July 3, 2024: CPSC Warns Consumers About C240 Chargers

The CPSC warning, number 24-293, told consumers to immediately stop using HTRC C240 battery chargers and dispose of them [4]. The CPSC said the chargers pose a risk of serious injury and death. The maker of the C240 chargers had been unresponsive to CPSC requests for information about the product or a recall. The warning is dated July 3, 2024.

Who May Be Affected?

Owners of an HTRC C240 DUO charger bought from December 2017 through June 2024 may be affected. The charger is black with two blue screens numbered 1 and 2. “C240 DUO” is printed between the screens, and “HTRC” sits at the bottom left. It sold on AliExpress.com, Amazon.com, Banggood.com, eBay.com, HTRC-Direct.com and RCGoing.com. Owners of a T400 charger bought from March 2019 through March 2026 may also be affected. It is black with a touch screen and the model T400 on the front. The brand is HTRC or Haisito, which may appear only on the receipt. Sellers included AliExpress.us and Pyrodrone.com. People whose charger ignited, or damaged property or a connected battery, may also be affected. Whether any one person has a claim depends on individual facts, so each situation needs an individual legal review.

Reported Injuries or Damages

The CPSC and the makers report fires, burns and property damage. These are reports, not findings that a charger caused each incident. No complaint alleges injuries. The CPSC warning counted 32 reports of fire or other thermal incidents with the C240. Five reports describe significant property damage. One describes an injury. Among the T400 reports, three describe burn and smoke inhalation injuries. Twelve describe property damage totaling $224,000. The CPSC says the T400 chargers pose a fire hazard. The CPSC warning also says it knows of 148 reports of fire or other thermal incidents involving other HTRC products. These counts come from the agency and the companies, not from a court.

Recall and Regulatory Background

The recalls cover HTRC chargers that the CPSC says can ignite a connected battery. A recall does not by itself prove liability.

Evidence to Preserve

Keep these items after a charger fire or damage, and do not throw them away:

• The charger itself and its model label, C240 DUO or T400
• The order confirmation or receipt showing the seller, date and price
• Photographs of the charger, the battery, the damage and any injury
• Medical records and bills
• Repair or replacement estimates
• Fire department or insurance reports
• Messages with the seller or the maker

Take photographs before you clean up or repair anything. Write down the date, the place and what you saw. Store the damaged charger and battery safely, away from heat and children.

Filing Deadlines

Deadlines for a claim come from state law. They differ by state and depend on where you live, when the damage happened and when you discovered it. Write down the damage date and the discovery date now. If you miss your state’s cutoff, the claim may be over, however strong the proof. Ask a lawyer promptly, because records are easier to gather soon after a charger fire.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Did the Recalled HTRC Chargers Cost?

The recalled HTRC chargers cost between $65 and $290 for the C240 DUO and about $130 for the T400. The C240 DUO sold from December 2017 through June 2024 and the T400 from March 2019 through March 2026.

How Do I Get a Refund for a C240 DUO Charger?

To get a refund for a C240 DUO charger, contact HTRC for return instructions. The CPSC recall notice says the remedy is a full refund. The notice lists the Shenzhen Haitan Technology C240 DUO, which sold for between $65 and $290.

How Do I Return a Recalled T400 Charger?

To return a recalled T400 charger, contact Huizhou Haitan Technology. The company sends a prelabeled and prepaid return package, so the charger goes back to the firm for disposal after the refund.

How Can I Identify an HTRC C240 Charger Sold in Canada?

You can identify an HTRC C240 charger sold in Canada by its serial number and UPC. Health Canada says all affected chargers carry serial number 6042201 and UPC 634383921487. Compare both numbers with your label.

Where Do I Report an HTRC Charger Fire or Injury?

You can report an HTRC charger fire or injury at SaferProducts.gov, the CPSC reporting site. The CPSC asks consumers to report incidents there, and both recall notices repeat that request.

Can I Get Compensation in an HTRC Battery Charger Lawsuit?

Compensation in an HTRC battery charger lawsuit depends on the facts of each case, such as what was damaged and how. No settlement or verdict has been reported for these chargers, so no payment amount can be stated.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/HTRC-and-Haisito-T400-Battery-Chargers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Death-from-Fire-Hazard-Manufactured-by-Huizhou-Haitan-Technology
2. https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/htrc-c240-battery-chargers-recalled-due-fire-and-burn-hazards
3. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/HTRC-C240-Battery-Chargers-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Death-Manufactured-by-Shenzhen-Haitan-Technology-Co
4. https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2024/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-HTRC-C240-Battery-Chargers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Death