The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a critical safety warning on November 23, 2025, for BLONGKY portable electric car kettles model FCC 390 Pro. The defective kettles pose a serious burn risk due to a faulty lid mechanism that causes hot steam or liquid to spray unexpectedly. This warning applies to products sold through online retailers in the United States. Consumers who own the affected model should take immediate action to stop using the product and dispose of it safely.[1][2]
CPSC Warns Consumers About Defective Portable Electric Kettles Safety Details
The CPSC has documented serious failures with these portable electric kettles. The defect allows the lid mechanism to fail without warning, creating immediate burn hazards for consumers. The Consumer Product Safety Commission, established since 1972, maintains jurisdiction over more than 15,000 types of consumer products used in and around the home.[3][4][5][1]
How the Defective Portable Kettle Lid Mechanism Fails
The lid mechanism cannot safely contain pressure during normal operation. When users open the kettle, it can unexpectedly spew hot steam or boiling water outward. The lid may also pop open on its own while water remains hot inside. This design failure creates a direct burn risk to hands, face, and body. Research indicates that household electrical appliances are leading sources of consumer product-related burn injuries.[6][7][8][1]
Documented Burn Injuries from Defective Kettles
The CPSC confirmed 11 total incidents involving these kettles, with significant consequences. Nine incidents resulted in burn injuries to consumers using the product. One incident involved second-degree burns, indicating severe thermal injury. These documented cases represent real consumer harm from the defective kettle lid mechanism. Under federal law, manufacturers must report serious injuries to CPSC within 30 days of discovery.[9][10][1]
CPSC Warns About Defective Portable Electric Kettles Identification and Disposal
Check your kettle for these specific product identification features immediately:[1]
| Identification Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand name | BLONGKY[1] |
| Model number | FCC 390 Pro[1] |
| Model location | Front of kettle above digital display[1] |
| Available colors | Taupe (K-Taupe) and white (K-White)[1] |
| Price range | $17 to $40[1] |
| Retailers | Amazon.com, Walmart.com, eBay.com[1][11] |
| Manufacture location | China[1] |
If you own this defective kettle:
- Stop using it immediately and unplug the device[1]
- Do not attempt to repair or modify the defective kettle[12][1]
- Dispose of the kettle as electronic waste through local e-waste recycling programs[13][14]
- Do not sell or give the kettle to anyone else[15][1]
- Report any burn injuries to CPSC at 800-638-2772 or SaferProducts.gov[16][1]
Current Recall Status and Defective Portable Electric Kettles Manufacturer Response
The manufacturer, Maoming Huazhou Zibailong Technology Co., Ltd. of China, has been unresponsive to CPSC requests for recall cooperation. No formal recall has been issued because the manufacturer refuses to cooperate with safety procedures. The CPSC warning remains the primary alert for consumer protection regarding these portable electric kettles. The CPSC has not confirmed whether Amazon, Walmart, or eBay have removed product listings as of November 24, 2025. Consumers should check retailer websites directly and report any continued availability to CPSC.[17][18][19][20][1]
Federal law prohibits selling products subject to CPSC warnings or recalls. The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act establishes legal frameworks for manufacturer accountability. Product defects that create burn hazards meet the federal definition of “serious hazards” under consumer protection regulations.[21][22][23][1]
How to Report Burn Injuries and Get Safety Information
If you or anyone else suffered burns from this defective kettle, report it to CPSC immediately:[24][1]
- Visit SaferProducts.gov for online incident reporting[16][1]
- Call CPSC hotline: 800-638-2772 or TTY 800-638-8270[25][1]
- Include model number, incident description, and injury details[1]
Consumers can also file complaints through the CPSC’s official database system which tracks product safety incidents. Incident reporting helps identify patterns in product failures and protects other consumers.[26][27]
