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Product Recall: 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset (2607-0161)

Product Recall for 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset presenting a serious risk of hearing loss.

Summary

Product: 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset

Hazard: 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.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from distributors by 3M United Kingdom PLC.

Product information

Type Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Hearing Protection - Powered
Brand 3M
Model Numbers MT14H418A-02, MT14H418A-35, MT14H418A-38, MT14H418A-86, MT14H418A-87, MT14H418A-90
Affected Products For a full list of identifiers and how to locate them, access the below linked PDF
Manufacturing period The recall is applicable to headsets manufactured between November 27 2025 and February 6 2026.
Country of Origin Sweden
Product Description Over the ear hearing protection and communications headset designed for military and civil defence personnel.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

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.

Corrective action

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

Updates to this page

Published 29 July 2026