Recalls / 2021-04-14
Audio-Technica Recalls Charging Cases Sold with Wireless Headphones Due to Fire Hazard
21110 · Recalled 2021-04-14 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the charging cases sold with Audio-Technica Wireless Headphones, Model ATH-CK3TW. The charging cases are made of plastic and were sold in black, blue, white and red colors. All colors of the charging cases will be replaced. The model number is printed on the rear of the charging case.
Hazards
The portable charging cases can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Reported injuries
The firm has received four reports of incidents of the charging cases overheating, all outside of the United States. These incidents resulted in damage to the charging cases and to the surfaces on which charging occurred. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the charging cases and contact Audio-Technica for instructions on returning the charging cases for a free replacement charging case. Audio-Technica will provide consumers with a prepaid return shipping label and will send consumers a replacement charging case upon receipt of the returned case.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cases Sold with Audio-Technica Wireless Headphones, Model ATH-CK3TW | About 7,450 |
Parties
- Importer
- Audio-Technica U.S. Inc., of Stow, Ohio
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- American Musical Supply, Inmotion Entertainment Group, Micro Electronics, Music, Arts Center stores, other retailers nationwide, online at Amazon.com, audio-technica.com, $120.
Consumer contact
Audio-Technica at 800-518-2520 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@atus.com or online at audio-technica.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 21110. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.