3m™ Peltor™ Comtac™ VIII Headsets

3M is recalling PELTOR ComTac VIII headsets sold in New Zealand because they may produce unexpectedly loud feedback noise through the speakers, reaching up to 106 decibels. This loud noise exposure could cause permanent hearing damage, including tinnitus. The recall affects all PELTOR ComTac VIII headsets distributed in New Zealand.

Product
[Appliances and electronics, Electric or gas products, Tools, equipment, and machinery] 3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VIII Headsets
Classification
Class I
Category
consumer product recall
Country
New Zealand
Agency
PSNZ
Recall date
2026-06-04
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
New Zealand

Official recall notice from PSNZ

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/49509297-beaf-4abf-9871-4af85b743b39