3M™ PELTOR™ X4 Series Earmuffs
- Affected
- Black and green over ear earmuffs
- The problem
- 3M has identified that X4 earmuffs manufactured between March 2020 through September 2022 may develop visible cracks on the exterior surface of the cups.
- What to do
- 3M has sent a notification to authorised distributors who in turn have been instructed to notify customers to whom they have sold the product. In addition, distributors have been asked to check any affected stock in their inventory and send it back to 3M.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment – Over the ear earmuff |
|---|---|
| Brand | 3M™ |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Product description | Black and green over ear earmuffs |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
3M has identified that X4 earmuffs manufactured between March 2020 through September 2022 may develop visible cracks on the exterior surface of the cups.
Therefore, the products do not comply with Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment, nor with the Essential health and safety requirements (3.5 Protection against the harmful effects of noise).
Affected models
| Cup model | Colour | Material description | Material ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| X4A | GREEN | X4A US PELTOR OVER THE HD EARMUFFS 10/C | 7000104073 |
| X4A | ORANGE | 3M PELTOR X4A- OR US 10/CS | 7100097446 |
| X4B | GREEN | EARMUFF BACKBAND 3M PELTOR 10/CS | 7100123161 |
| X4P3 | GREEN | X4P3E US PELTOR CAP ATTACH EARMUFFS 10/C | 7000104078 |
| X4P5 | GREEN | 3M PELTOR X4P5E US 10/CS | 7100097429 |
| X4P5 | ORANGE | 3M PELTOR X4P5E- OR US 10/CS | 7100097526 |
| X4P51 | GREEN | X4P51E- US EARMUFF FULL BRIM 3M PELTOR | 7100135827 |
Corrective action
Recall of the product from end users.
3M has advised that the product, manufactured between March 2020 – September 2022, has been recalled.
3M has sent a notification to authorised distributors who in turn have been instructed to notify customers to whom they have sold the product. In addition, distributors have been asked to check any affected stock in their inventory and send it back to 3M.
For further details, please access the 3M recall notice here: https://www.3m.co.uk/3M/en_GB/worker-health-safety-uk/news-events/full-story/?storyid=1e1ec842-d359-40c0-b030-ed9b8d7c7e68
The design has been updated to ensure that the earmuffs comply with the regulations.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2404-0090
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 23 July 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.