SafetyScored
All recalls
Fire / OverheatingJuly 21, 2021CPSC #21167

American Outdoor Brands Recalls Caldwell Earmuffs with Rechargeable Lithium-Battery Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Product
Batteries
Units affected
13,740
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves the Caldwell® rechargeable lithium-battery pack (SKU No. 1108859) that was included with black E-Max® Pro BT Earmuffs (SKU No. 1099596), which provide hearing protection while shooting firearms. The rechargeable lithium-battery pack is housed in one of the earmuffs. The battery pack is 3.7 V and has a gray exterior. It measures 1.25 inches x 1.5 inches. The name Caldwell is on the exterior of the battery pack. The earmuffs also can operate with three AAA alkaline batteries.

Hazard

The soldering within the lithium-battery pack housing can allow the wiring to detach and cause the unit to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Midway USA, Bass Pro Shops and Davidsons stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from April 2021 through May 2021 for about $100 for the earmuffs.

Photos

Recalled Caldwell E-Max® Pro BT Earmuffs (SKU 1099596)Caldwell rechargeable lithium-battery pack (SKU 1108859)
View official CPSC recall

Shopping for a replacement? Safer certified picks

If your item was recalled, these brands hold independent safety certifications and have no recall on record.

Avocado Green Mattress logo

Avocado Green Mattress

GOTSGREENGUARD GoldOEKO-TEX

Certified organic latex, wool, and cotton — no fiberglass.

Check price
PlushBeds logo

PlushBeds

GREENGUARD GoldGOTSOEKO-TEX

Natural latex, multiple whole-product certifications.

Check price
Naturepedic logo

Naturepedic

GOTSGREENGUARD Gold

Organic non-toxic crib and adult mattresses.

Check price
My Green Mattress logo

My Green Mattress

GOTSGREENGUARD Gold

Family-run, certified organic, fiberglass-free.

Check price

Certifications shown are editorial references — verify current status with the brand. Some links are affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no cost to you. See our disclosure.

Other fire / overheating recalls