April 25, 2024 • Recall #24205
3M™ Peltor™ X4 Series Earmuffs Recall — 3M Company, of Saint Paul, Minnesota
3M Recalls Peltor X4 Series Earmuffs Due to Risk of Overexposure to Loud Noise and Sound
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.
Hazards Identified
- 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.
Consumer Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled earmuffs and contact 3M to receive free replacement earmuffs, including free shipping.
Affected Products
| Product Name | Type | Units Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 3M™ Peltor™ X4 Series Earmuffs | N/A | About 40,000 (In addition, about 6,700 were sold in Canada) |

Recalled 3M Peltor X Series X4A Over-the-Head Earmuffs
Manufacturers
3M Company, of Saint Paul, Minnesota
Retailers
Industrial distributors nationwide and online at Amazon.com from May 2023 through June 2023 for between $16 and $26.
Verify Official Notice
Product recall terms or points of contact can change. Verify instructions directly with the CPSC announcement page.
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