Recently, MSI stepped forward to dispel a rumor regarding NVIDIA’s RTX 5090 series, specifically addressing claims that these graphics cards are being recalled due to a "fire hazard." The company clarified that the source of the rumor, a retailer, isn’t an authorized seller.
No Recall for NVIDIA’s RTX 5090 Due to Fire Hazard, According to MSI
Yesterday, the gaming community was stirred by reports from a Dutch retailer suggesting that NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5090 cards were being pulled from the shelves for safety concerns. The retailer alleged that these cards, particularly the MSI SUPRIM variant, were at risk of catching fire. Naturally, this sparked some worry, leading MSI to swiftly issue a statement to set the record straight.
MSI explained in their press release that the news came as a shock when it first surfaced on March 6, 2025, through an article by Kitguru. They mentioned that a retailer by the name of UW GAME SPECIALIST had been informing customers of this recall. However, MSI was quick to point out several crucial facts: no such recall was in effect, their RTX 5090 cards did not pose a fire hazard, and importantly, this particular retailer wasn’t partnered with MSI.
MSI’s statement also hinted at the possibility of legal action, aiming to protect its reputation from what it described as defamatory allegations. To ensure potential buyers make informed decisions, MSI encouraged purchases through their verified list of retailers like Megekko, Azerty, Alternate NL, and others.
The uproar around the alleged fire hazard came at a time when the RTX 50 series was already under scrutiny for facing production and supply challenges, compounded by issues like missing ROPs and instances of screens going black. Fortunately, MSI’s clarification should put many worries to rest, reassuring consumers that their RTX 5090 cards are safe.
While the threat of a recall has been debunked, it’s always a good practice for users to ensure they install their RTX Blackwell GPUs with care. Right now, there’s no need for RTX 5090 owners to lose sleep over their cards spontaneously combusting.
