How common is it for a vape to explode?

Although they appear rare, these explosions are dangerous. The exact causes of such incidents are not yet clear, but some evidence suggests that battery-related issues may lead to vape explosions.

Can a vape cause a fire?

Vape fires can occur when there is a malfunction in the battery. The vape battery can fail if the battery discharges for too long, thereby causing the battery to overheat. The resulting fire or explosion occur almost two out of three times when in use or when in a pocket, resulting in serious injuries and burns.

Do vapes explode all the time?

Contrary to what the media would have you believe, vape devices DO NOT explode all the time. In fact, they’re no worse than cellphones in this context. So Why Do Vapes Explode Then? The most common reason why vapes explode is simple: batteries and/or user error. All vape batteries run on lithium-ion (Li-ion) or lithium-polymer (LiPo) cells.

How do I report a vape explosion to the FDA?

FDA is aware of explosion events and is collecting data to help address this problem. Please report a vape explosion, or any undesired health or quality problems with a vape, to the FDA through the Safety Reporting Portal. When you fill out the form, please be sure to include:

Can you prevent vape batteries from exploding?

Until all vapes and vape batteries conform to strong and consistent safety standards, your best protection against vape battery explosions may be knowing as much as possible about your device and how to properly handle and charge its batteries. Make sure you read and understand the manufacturer’s recommendations for use and care of your device.

How many e-cigarettes have exploded in the US?

What we do know, however, is this: There were 195 separate e-cigarette fire and explosion incidents in the United States reported by the media between 2009 and 2016, according to a report by the US Fire Administration.