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CPSC source record The AAA alkaline batteries included in the recalle Ongoing

Hearing Lab Technology/Lucid Audio Recalls Children's HearMuffs Due to Burn and Injury Hazards from Rupturing Alkaline Batteries

Recall Date: 2022-09-08 Recalling Firm: Unspecified Record Ref: 9388

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This CPSC record concerns Hearing Lab Technology/Lucid Audio Recalls Children's HearMuffs Due to Burn and Injury Hazards from Rupturing Alkaline Batteries. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.

  • Classification: The AAA alkaline batteries included in the recalle
  • Status: Ongoing
  • Recall date: 2022-09-08
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Product Description & Identification

This recall involves four models of powered HearMuffs, sound protection active sound compression ear muffs designed for children, which use AAA alkaline batteries. Models included in the recall are LA-infant-AM-WH, LA-infant-ASM-WH, LA-infant-ASM-WHPlus, and LA-kids-AM-WH which is printed on the original packaging. The recalled HearMuffs were sold in multiple colors and have a multi-mode power button to switch from Off, Active or Soothe Mode. HearMuff is printed in blue lettering on the recalled ear muffs. Only powered HearMuffs which use two AAA Alkaline batteries are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified

Hazard: The AAA alkaline batteries included in the recalled HearMuffs can rupture, posing hearing, projectile and/or burn injury.. This recall involves four models of powered HearMuffs, sound protection active sound compression ear muffs designed for children, which use AAA alkaline batteries. Models included in the recall are LA-infant-AM-WH, LA-infant-ASM-WH, LA-infant-ASM-WHPlus, and LA-kids-AM-WH which is printed on the original packaging. The recalled HearMuffs were sold in multiple colors and have a multi-mode power button to switch from Off, Active or Soothe Mode. HearMuff is printed in blue lettering on the recalled ear muffs. Only powered HearMuffs which use two AAA Alkaline batteries are included in this recall.

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Consumer Action Recorded in the Source

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled HearMuffs and contact Hearing Lab Technology/Lucid Audio to receive two new replacement AAA batteries free of charge.. Hearing Lab Technology/Lucid Audio toll-free at 833-408-0479 Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT, or online at https://www.recallrtr.com/hearmuffs or at www.lucidaudio.com then click on "Recall" at the top of the page for more information.

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Source ID
9388
Indexed update
2026-07-27 11:37:09 UTC
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