CPSC recall · Reported October 20, 2015
XO FOUR Stealth Gaming Headsets Recalled By Turtle Beach Due to Risk of Exposure to Mold
Mold spores were found on the headsets, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems.
Turtle Beach Corporation, of San Diego, Calif. recalled This recall involves 2015 Ear Force XO FOUR Stealth gaming headsets. They are multi-use b….
XO FOUR Stealth Gaming Headsets Recalled By Turtle Beach Due to Risk of Exposure to Mold was recalled by Turtle Beach Corporation, of San Diego, Calif. in October 20, 2015. Reason: Mold spores were found on the headsets, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately place the recalled headset into a plastic bag with the origi…. Verify recall #16010 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Turtle Beach Corporation, of San Diego, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Mold spores were found on the headsets, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with ….
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- agency class
- October 20, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16010 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves 2015 Ear Force XO FOUR Stealth gaming headsets. They are multi-use but marketed for use with Xbox One gaming systems. The headsets are black with green trim and have soft ear-cups, an audio controller and a removable microphone. They are packaged with an audio adapter. Recalled units have a 13-character alphanumeric serial number that includes C16 through C25 and do not have a green dot under the windscreen of the microphone. The serial number is printed on the inside of the headband of the headset and on the bottom flap of the box.
Reason for recall
Mold spores were found on the headsets, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately place the recalled headset into a plastic bag with the original box and any components, tie or tape the bag closed, and contact Turtle Beach for instructions on how to return the product for a free replacement gaming headset.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16010 |
| Date reported | October 20, 2015 |
| Date initiated | October 20, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Turtle Beach Corporation, of San Diego, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 59,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately place the recalled headset into a plastic bag with the original box and any components, tie or tape …
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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