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3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset recalled over a risk of eye or hearing damage
Product Recall for 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset presenting a serious risk of hearing loss.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
6 identifiers listed for this notice.
3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- MT14H418A-02
- MT14H418A-35
- MT14H418A-38
- MT14H418A-86
- MT14H418A-87
- MT14H418A-90
- Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
- The recall is applicable to headsets manufactured between November 27 2025 and February 6 2026.
What to do now
3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset has been flagged because its output exceeds safe limits.
- Stop using it and take it off children.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from 3M.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Laser products above the permitted class can damage the retina in a fraction of a second, and toys that are too loud can harm young children’s hearing.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2607-0161). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset presenting a serious risk of hearing loss.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of hearing loss because affected batches may emit feedback noise (measured up to 106 dBA) through the headset speakers. The likelihood of occurrence of this issue can be increased in cold ambient temperatures and with a depleted battery state.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment and the applicable standards: EN 352-1:2020, EN 352-4:2020, EN 352-6:2020.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from distributors by 3M United Kingdom PLC.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from distributors by 3M United Kingdom PLC. A Stop Use Notification has been issued.
For more information, or to check whether your product is affected, please contact your distributor.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2607-0161
Lead Authority: Health and Safety Executive
Product description
Over the ear hearing protection and communications headset designed for military and civil defence personnel.
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Questions
Why has 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset been recalled?
3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset has been flagged because its output exceeds safe limits. Laser products above the permitted class can damage the retina in a fraction of a second, and toys that are too loud can harm young children’s hearing.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model and sold between on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it and take it off children. Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from 3M.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
