Another Day, Another Recall: ROMOSS Recalls 490,000 Power Banks After Mid-Flight Fire
ROMOSS, a Shenzhen-based power bank brand, has just recalled nearly half a million power banks after a terrifying mid-air fire on a Hong Kong Airlines flight earlier this year.
Back in March, a ROMOSS 20,000 mAh power bank reportedly overheated and caught fire on Flight HX115 from Hangzhou to Hong Kong.
According to France’s Bureau of Enquiry and Analysis for Civil Aviation Safety (BEA), the overheating battery caused a fire in a luggage compartment mid-flight. Quick-thinking passengers and cabin crew managed to put out the flames using water, but the plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Fuzhou.
The investigation confirmed what could have been easily predicted: the fire was caused by thermal runaway in a ROMOSS lithium-ion battery.
Which Power Banks Are Being Recalled?
ROMOSS is recalling around 490,000 units of three specific 20,000 mAh models manufactured between June 5, 2023 and July 31, 2024. ROMOSS said that certain units could overheat under extreme conditions, posing a risk of combustion.
If you own a ROMOSS 20,000 mAh power bank, it's a good idea to check the model and stop using it until you're sure it's not part of the recall.
This news comes just days after Anker recalled over a million PowerCore 10000 chargers (model A1263) over similar safety concerns. Like ROMOSS, Anker’s portable charger recall followed multiple reports of overheating, fires, and property damage. If you’re using an older lithium-ion power bank, this might be a good time to double-check the model.
What Happens Now?
ROMOSS has promised full cooperation with investigations and says it’s taking responsibility for any battery defects confirmed by authorized agencies. The company hasn’t yet released a detailed recall process, but we expect more information to appear on their website soon.
In the meantime, if you’ve got a ROMOSS 20,000 mAh portable charger lying around — especially one made in the past year — stop using it immediately. And just like with the Anker recall, make sure to dispose of it properly through a hazardous waste facility. Throwing a lithium-ion battery in the trash is both dangerous and illegal in many areas.
Stay Safe, Stay Charged
This wave of power bank recalls is a good reminder that even small gadgets can carry big risks. Always buy from brands you can trust, check your model numbers, and don’t ignore unusual heat, smells, or swelling from your portable chargers.
