Product Recall: Audio-Technica Charging Case for Wireless Headphones (2102-0210)

Product recall for report for audio-technical charging case for wireless headphones presenting a risk of fire and burns.

Summary

Product: Audio-Technica Charging Case for Wireless Headphones

Hazard: Product presents a risk of fire and burns as the charging case can heat to the point of melting, causing smoke to be produced.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.

Product information

Type Electrical Appliances and Equipment – Charging Case for Wireless Headphones
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.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF
Affected models Barcodes
ATH-CK3TW BK 4961310152277
ATH-CK3TW BL 4961310152284
ATH-CK3TW RD 4961310152291
ATH-CK3TW WH 4961310152307

Hazard

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.

Corrective action

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

Published 25 March 2022