XO FOUR Stealth Gaming Headsets Recalled By Turtle Beach Due to Risk of Exposure to Mold
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2015-10-20 · 16010
Hazards
Mold spores were found on the headsets, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems.
Recall
Number
16010
Date
2015-10-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Ear Force® XO FOUR Stealth gaming headset
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Best Buy, GameStop, Target and Walmart nationwide and online at Amazon.com from June 2015 to September 2015 for about $100.
Distributor(s)
Turtle Beach Corporation, of San Diego, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves 2015 Ear Force XO FOUR Stealth gaming headsets. They are multi-use but marketed for use with Xbox One gaming systems. The headsets are black with green trim and have soft ear-cups, an audio controller and a removable microphone. They are packaged with an audio adapter. Recalled units have a 13-character alphanumeric serial number that includes C16 through C25 and do not have a green dot under the windscreen of the microphone. The serial number is printed on the inside of the headband of the headset and on the bottom flap of the box.