> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.soundpathlab.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 3M PELTOR ComTac VIII Recall: Feedback Noise May Reach 106 dBA - URL: https://www.soundpathlab.com/3m-peltor-comtac-viii-feedback-noise-recall/ - Published: 2026-08-09T14:18:01.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-09T14:18:00.000Z - Description: Official UK recall: specific 3M PELTOR ComTac VIII batches may emit feedback noise up to 106 dBA, posing a serious hearing-loss risk. - Author: SoundPath Lab - Tags: Product Issues, Known Issues, 3M PELTOR, ComTac VIII, Safety Recall **Status: open-confirmed** · **Evidence level: Official regulatory recall** · **Last checked: August 9, 2026** The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has published a serious-risk recall for specific 3M PELTOR ComTac VIII powered hearing-protection and communications headsets. Affected units may emit feedback noise measured at up to 106 dBA through the headset speakers, creating a risk of hearing loss. A Stop Use Notification has been issued. **Immediate action:** Do not continue using a potentially affected headset. Check the model, manufacturing date and product identifiers against the official recall PDF, then contact the distributor that supplied the unit. --- ## Issue record - **Issue ID:** SPL-3M-CTA8-001 - **Brand:** 3M PELTOR - **Product:** ComTac VIII powered over-ear hearing-protection and communications headset - **Issue:** Potential high-level feedback noise from the headset speakers - **Impact:** Serious risk of hearing loss - **Trigger conditions:** The regulator says cold ambient temperatures and a depleted battery can increase the likelihood of occurrence. These conditions do not define the full affected population. - **Reports:** One official regulatory recall notice. The number of field incidents or affected units was not disclosed in the published notice. - **Independent sources:** One authoritative regulatory source; the notice documents 3M United Kingdom PLC's recall and Stop Use action. - **First observed:** July 29, 2026 - **Confirmed:** July 29, 2026 - **Last checked:** August 9, 2026 - **Evidence level:** High — official government recall - **Affected scope:** Specific combinations of model, manufacturing date and product identifier. Total unit count and geographic scope outside the published UK action are Unknown. - **Workaround:** None published. Stop using the potentially affected unit and contact the distributor. - **Manufacturer response:** 3M United Kingdom PLC recalled affected products from distributors and issued a Stop Use Notification. - **Fix status:** No repair, replacement or firmware remedy is described in the public OPSS notice. - **Lifecycle status:** The ComTac VIII product family remains listed by 3M; affected batches are under recall. ## Which headsets may be affected? The recall names these model/type numbers: - MT14H418A-02 - MT14H418A-35 - MT14H418A-38 - MT14H418A-86 - MT14H418A-87 - MT14H418A-90 The affected manufacturing period is **November 27, 2025 through February 6, 2026**. A matching model and date mean the headset may be affected; owners must continue with the identifier checks in Annex A of the official recall PDF. The published alternative PCBA-batch method lists **2547, 2549, 2550 and 2552**. This recall does **not** establish that every ComTac VIII headset, every unit in the date range, or models outside the list are affected. ## What is the hazard? According to OPSS, affected batches can emit feedback noise through the headset speakers at levels measured up to 106 dBA. Because the headset is worn directly over the ears, an unexpected high-level feedback event can expose the user before the device can be removed. OPSS classifies the risk as **Serious** and states that the product does not meet the cited PPE regulation and EN 352 standards. ## What owners and buyers should do 1. Stop using the headset if its model and manufacturing period may fall within the recall. 2. Locate the Model ID and manufacturing date on the outside of the cup or the box label. 3. Use Annex A of the official PDF to check the manufacturing identification number or PCBA batch. 4. Contact the distributor for confirmation and recall handling. Do not rely on appearance alone. 5. For second-hand purchases, request clear photos of the identifiers before buying. ## Verification notes **Fact:** The model list, manufacturing window, 106 dBA measurement, stated risk, cited standards and recall action come from the UK government notice. **Reasonable interpretation:** Cold temperatures and low battery state are risk amplifiers, not proof that a unit is safe under other conditions. **Unknown:** Incident count, total affected-unit count, failure rate, root cause, remedy type and the scope of recall actions outside the UK. ## Sources - [UK OPSS recall notice: 3M PELTOR ComTac VIII Headset (2607-0161)](https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-recall-3m-peltor-comtac-viii-headset-2607-0161?ref=soundpathlab.com) - [Official recall PDF and Annex A identifiers](https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6a69b89cf23ff62c51c1a7c6/2607-0161-product-recall-3M-peltor-comtac-viii.pdf?ref=soundpathlab.com) - [3M ComTac VIII product page](https://www.3m.com/3M/en%5FUS/p/d/b5005502016/?ref=soundpathlab.com) ## Revision log **August 9, 2026:** Record created from official OPSS recall 2607-0161\. Status set to open-confirmed. --- **Editorial disclosure:** SoundPath Lab has no commercial relationship with 3M or PELTOR identified for this record. This page reports the published recall and separates confirmed facts from unknown scope. Related: [Product Issues & Limitations index](https://www.soundpathlab.com/product-issues-limitations/) · [Firmware & App Update Tracker](https://www.soundpathlab.com/firmware-app-update-tracker/)