MSI squashes Nvidia RTX 5090 recall rumors over fire hazard concerns

Nvidia RTX 5090 buyers have already been on edge with evidence of melting power connectors and bricked GPUs. A conversation KitGuru had with a customer suggested that MSI was recalling the card over safety concerns. However, the retailer who sold the RTX 5090 later blamed the confusion on miscommunication. Now, MSI has commented on the situation, putting any possibility of a recall to rest.

The recall rumors began after a buyer purchased an MSI RTX 5090 Suprim from a Dutch retailer. Before the GPU could ship, Uw Game Specialist informed the individual that it could not complete the order. Customer support explained that five previous units of the GPU were recalled for fire hazard potential. KitGuru confirmed the order existed, but the store's CEO found no evidence of this email.

Even though the RTX 5090 eventually shipped to the buyer, the incident attracted MSI's attention. The company chastised Uw Game Specialist for damaging allegations and noted that it wasn't an official partner. MSI clarified that no recall is ongoing for the Nvidia Blackwell GPU.

Despite MSI's reassurances, the RTX 5090 has been the subject of regular controversy. RTX 4090 owners dealt with melting power connectors, prompting a move to 12V-2x6 alternatives. Unfortunately, that hasn't prevented similar incidents with the GPU's successor. Overheating graphics cards rather than attached cables has led to bricking in other cases. Also, some RTX 5090 models have been manufactured with missing ROPs, leading to diminished performance.

The RTX 5090 remains the most covered 50-series GPU, even with all these issues. While many recent Nvidia graphics cards remain elusive, the RTX 5090 still rarely appears in stock. After finding the card, having an order canceled for any reason is a nightmare for a buyer.