Product Recall Announcement


Recall of Certain ATH-SQ1TW2 Wireless Earbud Charging Cases

Audio-Technica is proactively recalling charging cases for the ATH-SQ1TW2 wireless earbuds produced between April 2023 and June 2024. These cases may have an internal issue that can cause them to smoke or catch fire. While no injuries or fires have occurred, we are replacing the affected charging cases free of charge for safety reasons.

If you have purchased or own this product, please check the attached instructions on How to Identify Affected Products and How to Check Batch Numbers. If your product is included in the recall, please stop using the charging case immediately and contact us via the internet or our dedicated customer service hotline. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.




Applicable Products/Models

Product Name: True Wireless Earbuds
Model: ATH-SQ1TW2
  • ATH-SQ1TW2 GR (EX)
  • ATH-SQ1TW2 BK (EX)
  • ATH-SQ1TW2 CA (EX)
  • ATH-SQ1TW2 NRD (EX)
  • ATH-SQ1TW2 PBW (EX)
  • ATH-SQ1TW2 WH (EX)


Target Production Batches


Batch Numbers: 2023-10 2343 to 2024-06 2425

Please refer to the section below on How to Check Batch Numbers to determine if your product qualifies for a free replacement.



How to Identify Applicable Products


The product model is printed on the bottom of the charging case.

Product Model: ATH-SQ1TW2



How to Check Batch Numbers

Open the lid, and you will find a 4-digit manufacturing batch label inside the charging case.


Free Replacement Batch Numbers: 2023-10 2343 to 2024-06 2425

Products not within the applicable batch or those marked with a “B” can continue to be used safely.


The packaging box is as follows:

1. ATH-SQ1TW2 model suffix EX, recalled production batches: 2023-10 2343 to 2024-06 2425





Important

Please do not charge the affected charging cases or earbuds.


Replacement Process


If you have confirmed that your ATH-SQ1TW2 earbuds are included in the recall, please stop using the device immediately. We will arrange for your free replacement charging case.

For instructions on returning your charging case, please contact Audio-Technica directly using the contact details below.

Audio-Technica Service Center +852 - 2356 9268
 Office Hours

Mondays ~ Fridays : 9:00 a.m. ~ 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. ~ 6:00 p.m.

  Concentrated Recall Period December 20, 2024 to August 20, 2025

● Due to limited availability of the charging cases, replacements may not be processed immediately. If stock is insufficient, we will register your request and notify you when new inventory arrives for reshipment.

● Personal Information Handling

Customer-provided personal information such as name, address, and phone number will only be used for product replacement or recall purposes and will not be used for any other reason.
Personal Information Protection Officer: Audio-Technica (Greater China) Limited.

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