Bose recalls over 670,000 S1 Pro speaker batteries over fire risk
Bose and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission are recalling lithium-ion battery packs for the portable S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ speakers because they can overheat and ignite. About 635,000 packs are affected in the US and 35,400 in Canada.
Audio maker Bose and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced on Thursday a recall of lithium-ion battery packs made for the portable S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ speakers. Nearly 635,000 packs in the US and about 35,400 in Canada are covered, because they can overheat and ignite, creating a risk of fire and burn injuries. Owners of affected packs are advised to stop using them immediately.
What happened
Bose has received seven reports of batteries melting, smoking or catching fire. Six of those involved property damage. No injuries have been reported. The speakers themselves are not the problem; the concern is the battery pack that fits inside.
The S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ are Bose's portable PA speakers, designed for parties, gigs and similar events. They have a built-in mixer and Bluetooth streaming, and the removable battery lets them run without mains power. The S1 Pro+ also supports a wireless microphone and instrument transmitter, sold separately for $159.
Which packs are affected
The recalled packs were sold from December 2017 to July 2026 at Bose, Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart and other retailers. Many speakers, which cost about $700, came with a battery pack in the box; packs were also sold separately for $100 to $160.
Not every pack is included. To check, remove the battery and find its 17-digit serial number. If it starts with 083723, 078352, 084105, 078591, 078592, 084106 or 086409, owners can sign up for a free replacement on Bose's recall page. The company also provides more detailed instructions.
While waiting for a replacement, the speaker can still be used on AC power. The recalled batteries should not be thrown in household trash; owners should contact their local household hazardous waste center for safe disposal.
