If your child uses a Yoto Mini speaker, take it away immediately. Yoto has recalled the favored speaker attributable to an issue with the charging cable that causes the lithium-ion battery to overheat and catch fire, posing a burn and fire risk.
The recall affects Yoto Mini speakers sold nationwide from November 2021 through April 2024. It covers 251,165 devices within the U.S. and 19,721 in Canada with SKU number PRPLXX00860. The SKU number, serial number and model name of the speaker could be found on the bottom of the device. No injuries were reported.
The recall affects Yoto Mini speakers with SKU code PRPLXX00860. Photo: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
You won’t must eliminate all the device. You can contact the corporate to receive a free substitute Mini Smart Cable, which Yoto says will “maintain battery charge within safe limits” and “minimize the risk of overheating.” The company also said it has rolled out a software update to the Mini speakers to “improve battery management and extend the usage time of Yoto Mini between charges.”
To receive a substitute, you need to log in to the Yoto website, add your Yoto Mini serial number, after which upload a photograph of the included Yoto Mini charging cable cut in half. You can then place an order for a free Smart Cable and receive a $20 coupon. For more information, you possibly can contact minihelp@yotoplay.com.
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