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Audio-Technica Charging Case for Wireless Headphones recalled over a fire risk
Product recall for report for audio-technical charging case for wireless headphones presenting a risk of fire and burns.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
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Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Audio-Technica Charging Case for Wireless Headphones (2)
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 4961310152277
- 4961310152284
- 4961310152291
- 4961310152307
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Barcodes
What to do now
The risk with Audio-Technica Charging Case for Wireless Headphones is fire: a fault could cause it to overheat, melt or ignite.
- Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it.
- Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- make sure you have working smoke alarms
Get help urgently
- if it starts to smoke, smell of burning or catch fire, get everyone out and call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2102-0210). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for report for audio-technical charging case for wireless headphones presenting a risk of fire and burns.
The risk
The fault identified relates to a runaway issue. It has been reported that the charging case can heat to the point of melting, causing smoke to be produced and the case could then be at a risk of igniting.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. Recall site: https://www.audio-technica.com/en-gb/recall
Additional information
PSD case number: 2102-0210
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Black charging case for wireless headphones. The lot number is printed on a sticker on the inside of the lid of the charging case. If the number on this sticker ends in ‘B’, the charging case is not in scope of the recall.
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Questions
Why has Audio-Technica Charging Case for Wireless Headphones been recalled?
The risk with Audio-Technica Charging Case for Wireless Headphones is fire: a fault could cause it to overheat, melt or ignite. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and model 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 and charging it now, and unplug it. Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
