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Yoto Reannounces Recall of Yoto Mini Speakers for Children Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Full Battery Replacement Kit Now Available
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #25065
Yoto Reannounces Recall of Yoto Mini Speakers for Children Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Full Battery Replacement Kit Now Available
Yoto Inc., of New York · Yoto Mini speakers
Product Description
This recall involves the Yoto Mini, a portable connected screen-free speaker intended for children ages three to twelve. The Yoto Mini is operated by use of Yoto cards and is designed to play audiobooks, music, radio and podcasts. The speakers are pale gray with orange tactile controls and a pixel display. The model name Yoto Mini, SKU PRPLXX00860, and serial number are located on the base of the product. The recalled Yoto Mini was sold with a charging cable included but no adaptor or charger.
Hazard
The speaker's lithium-ion battery can overheat and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled speakers, take them away from children and contact Yoto to receive a free battery replacement kit. Consumers should request the battery replacement kit even if they already received the smart cable in the April 2024 recall. Consumers should dispose of lithium-ion batteries in accordance with local and state regulations and not in the trash.
Repair
Reported Injuries
Yoto has received nine reports from U.S. consumers and three from a UK consumer of the speaker overheating or melting. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 251,165 (in addition, about 18,932 were sold in canada) (the speakers were previously recalled in april 2024.) of Yoto Mini speakers was announced on December 12, 2024 by the CPSC. The speaker's lithium-ion battery can overheat and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers. Yoto Inc., of New York initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should schedule a free repair by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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