3M Recalls Peltor X4 Series Earmuffs Due to Risk of Overexposure to Loud Noise and Sound

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4A Over-the-Head Earmuffs

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4A-OR Over-the-Head Earmuffs

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4P5E Hard Hat Attached Earmuffs

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4P5E-OR Hard Hat Attached Earmuffs

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4P3E Hard Hat Attached Earmuffs

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4P Behind-the-Head Earmuffs

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4P51E Full Brim Hard Hat Attached Earmuffs

Manufacture Date Location

Name of Product:

3M™ Peltor™ X4 Series Earmuffs

Hazard:

The recalled noise-reducing earmuffs can develop cracks in the colored portion of the plastic cups, posing a risk of overexposure to loud noise and sound.

Recall Date:

April 25, 2024

Units:

About 40,000 (In addition, about 6,700 were sold in Canada)

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves 3M’s Peltor X4 series earmuffs designed for noise reduction in industrial and occupational applications. The recalled earmuffs are black with green or orange accents and are over-the-head, behind-the-head, hard hat-attached, or full brim hard hat-attached. 3M PELTOR is stamped on the outside of the earcups. Only earmuffs manufactured from March 2020 through September 2022 are included in this recall. The date of manufacture in MM/YYYY format appears on the outside of the earmuff’s earcups.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled earmuffs and contact 3M to receive free replacement earmuffs, including free shipping. 

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported

Sold At:

Industrial distributors nationwide and online at Amazon.com from May 2023 through June 2023 for between $16 and $26.

Manufacturer(s):

3M Company, of Saint Paul, Minnesota

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