Bose Recalls Lithium-Ion Battery Packs for S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ Bluetooth Speaker Systems Due to Risk of Injury from Fire and Overheating Hazards

Reported by CPSC · November 5 at 12:00 AM · Summary by Wall & Wick

Bose is recalling about 634,759 lithium-ion battery packs for its S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ portable Bluetooth speaker systems in the United States, with about 35,400 more sold in Canada. The packs can overheat, melt, smoke or catch fire. The company has received seven reports, six involving property damage, and no injuries.

Background

Lithium-ion batteries store a lot of energy in a small space, and a damaged or defective cell can enter thermal runaway, heating up until it smokes or ignites. Recalled lithium-ion packs are usually handled as a higher fire risk than ordinary batteries, so they generally must not go in household trash or standard recycling and are often taken to a hazardous waste collection site. Recall remedies for electronics are commonly a free replacement or refund arranged through the manufacturer.

Why it matters

Portable speakers are often placed on shelves, tables and in living spaces, so a battery that overheats can damage furnishings and the room around it.

What you can do

Check the 17-digit serial number on the label at the bottom of the battery pack and see whether it begins with one of the listed six digits. If it does, stop using the pack, keep the speaker plugged into AC power, and register at the Bose recall page for a free replacement.

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Written by Wall & Wick from the report by CPSC. Background is general information, not advice about your home; if you are worried, call your vet.