Published by Next Review: July 4, 2026
Table Of Contents
- Key Facts
- Latest News & Updates
- What Is the Portable Electric Car Kettle?
- Reported Risks or Injuries
- How Does the Problem Occur?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Who May Be Liable?
- Do I Qualify?
- Important Legal Actions or Recalls
- Potential Compensation
- Legal Process Overview
- Frequently Asked Questions
- References
Key Facts
- The CPSC issued a product safety warning on November 20, 2025.
- The warning involves defective portable electric car kettles distributed by BLONGKY.
- The affected model number is FCC 390 Pro.
- The kettles were sold in taupe, identified as K-Taupe, and white, identified as K-White.
- The kettles can unexpectedly spew hot steam or liquid when opened.
- CPSC reported at least 11 incidents, including nine burn reports and one second-degree burn report.
Latest News & Updates
November 2025
The CPSC warned consumers to immediately stop using BLONGKY portable electric car kettles because they can spew hot steam or liquid, creating a risk of serious burn injury. The agency stated that Maoming Huazhou Zibailong Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as BLONGKY, had been unresponsive to CPSC requests for a recall or product information [1].
What Is the Portable Electric Car Kettle?
The affected products are portable electric car kettles marketed under the BLONGKY brand name. They were sold with model number FCC 390 Pro and came in taupe and white versions.
The model number is printed on the front of the kettle above the digital temperature display. The products were manufactured in China and sold online, including on Amazon.com and Walmart.com, for about $17 to $40.
Reported Risks or Injuries
- Hot steam or liquid unexpectedly spewing from the kettle
- Lid mechanism failure causing the top to open unexpectedly
- Second-degree burns
- Burn injuries to the hands, arms, face, lap, or legs
- Scarring, blistering, infection, or long-term skin damage in serious cases
How Does the Problem Occur?
The burn hazard can occur when a consumer opens the kettle and hot steam or water suddenly escapes. The CPSC also warned that consumers can be burned when the lid mechanism fails and the top unexpectedly opens.
This risk may be especially serious inside a vehicle, where a consumer may have limited space to move away from escaping hot liquid. Hot water or steam can contact the driver, passenger, seat, lap, or hands before the consumer can react.
Who May Be Affected?
- Consumers who purchased BLONGKY FCC 390 Pro portable electric car kettles
- People burned by hot steam or liquid while opening the kettle
- Vehicle occupants or bystanders exposed to sudden steam or hot water discharge
Who May Be Liable?
- Maoming Huazhou Zibailong Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as BLONGKY
- Manufacturers or component suppliers, if supported by the facts
- Online sellers or marketplaces, where legally applicable
- Other parties involved in design, warnings, testing, distribution, or sales
Do I Qualify?
- Did you purchase a BLONGKY portable electric car kettle?
- Does the kettle show model number FCC 390 Pro?
- Did hot steam or liquid spew from the kettle?
- Did the lid mechanism fail or open unexpectedly?
- Did you suffer burns, scarring, medical bills, or other losses?
- Do you still have the kettle, order record, photos, packaging, or medical records?
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Year | Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLONGKY Portable Electric Car Kettle Warning | 2025 | CPSC Safety Warning | Stop Use / Dispose | At least 11 incidents, nine burn reports, and one second-degree burn report |
Potential Compensation
- Emergency room bills and burn treatment
- Follow-up care, prescriptions, or wound treatment
- Lost wages or missed work
- Pain and suffering
- Scarring, disfigurement, or long-term skin injury damages
Results vary. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Legal Process Overview
- Consultation: A legal team reviews the kettle model, incident details, and injuries.
- Investigation: Photos, order records, packaging, medical records, and incident reports are collected.
- Filing: A claim may be filed if the facts support liability and damages.
- Discovery: The parties exchange evidence about lid design, pressure, warnings, testing, and burn reports.
- Resolution: The claim may resolve through settlement or further litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What portable electric car kettle is affected?
A: The CPSC warning involves BLONGKY portable electric car kettles, model FCC 390 Pro, sold in taupe and white.
Q: Why did CPSC warn consumers about these car kettles?
A: CPSC warned that the kettles can unexpectedly spew hot steam or liquid and can burn consumers if the lid mechanism fails.
Q: Were burn injuries reported?
A: Yes. CPSC reported at least 11 incidents, including nine burn reports and one report of second-degree burns.
Q: Where were the kettles sold?
A: The kettles were sold online, including on Amazon.com, Walmart.com, eBay.com, and other websites.
Q: What should consumers do now?
A: Consumers should stop using the kettles immediately and dispose of them according to local hazardous waste disposal procedures.
Q: Can I file a lawsuit after a BLONGKY car kettle burn?
A: You may have a claim if the kettle spewed hot steam or liquid and caused documented burns, medical expenses, scarring, or financial losses.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-Portable-Electric-Car-Kettles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Injury-Distributed-by-BLONGKY
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-burns/basics/art-20056649
- https://www.saferproducts.gov/