3M Recalls Peltor X4 Series Earmuffs Due to Risk of Overexposure to Loud Noise and Sound
Source: CPSC Recall #24205
Recall Date
2024-04-25
Manufacturer
3M Company, of Saint Paul, Minnesota
Units Affected
About 40,000 (In addition, about 6,700 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled earmuffs and contact 3M to receive free replacement earmuffs, including free shipping.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Industrial distributors nationwide and online at Amazon.com from May 2023 through June 2023 for between $16 and $26.
Manufactured In
Poland
Full Recall 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.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28