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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

Reported: December 12, 2024 Initiated: December 12, 2024 #25065

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.

Reason for Recall

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 251,165 (In addition, about 18,932 were sold in Canada) (The speakers were previously recalled in April 2024.)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Units affected: About 251,165 (In addition, about 18,932 were sold in Canada) (The speakers were previously recalled in April 2024.).
Why was this product recalled?
The speaker's lithium-ion battery can overheat and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 12, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 25065.