2025.01.02 Recall: Audio-Technica - True Wireless Headphones
02 January 2025
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Audio-Technica True Wireless Headphones
Type
Gadgets - Bluetooth Headphones
Brand
Audio-Technica
Affected models
ATH-SQ1TW2BK, ATH-SQ1TW2GR, ATH-SQ1TW2NRD, ATH-SQ1TW2WH
Barcodes
4961310160517, 4961310160555, 4961310160531, 4961310160524
Affected batch codes
Between 2322 and 2426
Country of origin
China
Product description
Wireless Bluetooth earbuds in a charging case. Sold in black, white, green and red colours
Hazard
The product presents a risk of fire and burns as a manufacturing defect in the charging case's built-in battery has been identified. In some instances, this could lead to the case overheating or starting a fire, potentially resulting in burns to the user.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
Consumers in possession of the affected product should cease use immediately and contact Audio-Technica for a full refund or a free upgrade to a new model.
Owners should not dispose of lithium-ion batteries in normal household waste. All units should be returned to Audio-Technica Ltd for safe destruction.
Further information on household waste, including on local sites accepting lithium-ion batteries for safe disposal, can be found on the GOV.UK website.
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