3M – Hearing protection / Headset
Name: 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset
Category: 10
Date: 2026-08-21
Product Category: Protective equipment
Risk Type: Damage to hearing
Danger: The affected batches may emit feedback noise (measured value up to 106 dBA) through the headset speakers, leading to damage to hearing.The likelihood of occurrence of this issue can be increased in cold ambient temperatures and with a depleted battery state. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Description: Over the ear hearing protection and communications headset designed for military and civil defence personnel. Recall is applicable to headsets manufactured between November 27, 2025 and February 6, 2026, with the model/type and printed circuit board assembly numbers.
Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Country of Origin: Sweden
Alert Type: Professional
Alert Level: Serious risk
