3M · 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset

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.

Published: 21 August 2026
Notifying authority: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Catalog checked: 11 September 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: SR/02284/26
Model: MT14H418A-86, MT14H418A-02 , MT14H418A-35, MT14H418A-38, MT14H418A-87, MT14H418A-90

Classification

Category: Protective equipment
Risk type: Damage to hearing
Country of origin: Sweden

Product 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.