Jazwares Recalls America’s Got Talent Microphones with Lithium-Ion Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard: The lithium-ion batteries in the recalled microphones can overcharge and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled microphones and fill out the form linked below for a full refund in the form of a gift card. After registering for the recall, consumers should dispose of the microphone in accordance with local and state regulations and not in the trash. If you have any questions, please contact Jazwares at micrecall@jazwares.com or toll-free at 888-341-0881.

Description: This recall involves the America’s Got Talent (AGT) microphone sold under the First Act brand. The microphone amplifies the user’s voice and has treble, bass and echo switches. The microphone is black with the AGT logo on the front, measures 10.5 inches long and weighs approximately one pound. There is an integrated speaker below the microphone with a power button and a control button in the back. The microphone is powered by a rechargeable non-removable lithium-ion battery. The SKU numbers AGT0002 (microphone only) and TMS0002 (microphone and poster) are located at the bottom of the integrated speaker.

Note: Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled product that has lithium-ion batteries in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled product in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. 

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of the lithium-ion batteries catching fire, including property damage.  No injuries have been reported.

Sold at: Meijer, DD's Discounts/Ross and Target stores nationwide, Nebraska Furniture Mart stores in Nebraska, Iowa, Texas and Kansas and online  
www.Amazon.com and www.Target.com from October 2020 through October 2022 for between $20 and $25.

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Recalled America’s Got Talent microphones

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Recalled America's Got Talent microphones

Recalled America's Got Talent microphones

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                                                                                               AGT Mic Recall - FAQs

• Why is the America’s Got Talent Microphone being recalled?

We’re announcing this recall, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, because the lithium-ion batteries in the product can overcharge and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

• What is the remedy for the recall?

We are offering a full refund in the form of a gift card to consumers who register for the recall.

• How do I take part in the recall?

To register for the recall, please fill out the recall registration form Here. As a prerequisite to receive a refund, put a piece of tape on the product with the word “recall” or "hazard" written in permanent marker and submit such photo of the product damaged or with that label on it.

• What do I do with the microphone once I am done registering?

You should dispose of the microphone in accordance with local and state regulations and not in the trash. Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled product that has lithium-ion batteries in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled product in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores.

• I gave away/sold the microphone. What should I do?

The recall is available for consumers who have the microphone and can upload the required photo. If you sold or gave the product away, please contact the person who has it and aske them to register for the recall.

• My microphone seems fine, can I still use it?

Your safety is very important to us. Please stop using the microphone and register for the recall.

• Who do I contact if I need more information?

You can email us at micrecall@jazwares.com or call us at 888-341-0881