Federal safety regulators have issued an urgent recall for more than 13,000 magnetic wireless chargers sold at TJ Maxx and Marshalls after determining the devices could overheat and potentially explode during normal use.
The recalled product is the Isla Rae branded magnetic wireless power bank charger. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the chargers pose a serious fire and burn hazard.
“The chargers can explode while in use, posing a fire and burn hazard,” the commission said.
The chargers were sold nationwide between June 2024 and November 2025 for approximately $15 each. They were available in three colors, including white, pink, and purple. An additional 7,000 units were sold in Canada, expanding the total recall to more than 20,000 devices across North America.
The chargers are designed to attach magnetically to the back of compatible smartphones and provide portable wireless charging.
How to Identify the Recalled Chargers
Consumers can identify the recalled product by checking the model number printed on the side of the charger. The impacted chargers carry the model number RM5PBM. The marking appears underneath the printed battery specification that reads 5000 mAh 3.7V.
If your charger matches this description and was purchased at TJ Maxx or Marshalls during the affected timeframe, it is included in the recall.
What Consumers Should Do Immediately
Safety officials are urging customers to stop using the chargers right away and request a refund from the retailer.
Customers are instructed not to place the recalled device in regular household trash or recycling bins.
“Do not throw this recalled lithium-ion battery or device in the trash, the general recycling stream (e.g., street-level or curbside recycling bins), or used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores,” the commission said.
“Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire. Your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept this recalled lithium-ion battery or device for disposal,” it added.
Consumers should contact their local household hazardous waste collection facility for proper disposal instructions. Many municipalities offer scheduled drop off days or permanent collection sites for lithium-ion batteries and electronics that pose safety risks.
No Injuries Reported Yet, But Risk Remains Serious
As of the latest update from regulators, no injuries or property damage have been reported in connection with the recalled chargers. However, safety officials emphasize that lithium-ion battery failures can escalate quickly and cause fires, burns, and smoke inhalation injuries if devices malfunction.
Portable battery packs and wireless chargers are particularly vulnerable when low-quality components, manufacturing defects, or improper thermal controls are present. When lithium-ion batteries overheat, they can enter a condition known as thermal runaway, which can cause rapid ignition or explosion.
Rising Number of Lithium-Ion Battery Recalls
This recall comes amid a broader increase in lithium-ion battery related recalls across consumer electronics, electric bikes, power tools, and portable chargers. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued multiple warnings in recent years about battery fires linked to defective cells and poor charging circuitry.
Retailers have also tightened compliance standards for private label electronics after several high-profile recalls involving battery packs and chargers sold through discount retailers and online marketplaces.
Fire departments across major U.S. cities have reported a steady rise in battery-related fire incidents, particularly involving portable power banks and e-mobility devices. Many local governments now require special disposal handling for lithium-ion batteries due to the increased fire risk in waste management facilities.
How to Request a Refund
Customers who purchased the recalled Isla Rae magnetic wireless chargers should return the product to TJ Maxx or Marshalls for a refund. If the original receipt is unavailable, consumers should contact the retailer directly for instructions on refund processing and disposal confirmation requirements.
Consumers with additional safety questions can also contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission for guidance on safe handling and disposal.
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