Bose has recalled approximately 634,759 lithium-ion speaker battery packs in the United States, along with another 35,400 sold in Canada, due to potential fire and overheating hazards.
The recall, announced on November 5, 2026, affects certain battery packs used in Bose S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ portable Bluetooth speaker systems. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the batteries can overheat and ignite.
Customers with affected battery packs should stop using them immediately and contact Bose for a free replacement.
Why Are Bose Speaker Batteries Being Recalled?
Bose issued the recall after receiving seven reports of battery packs melting, producing smoke, or catching fire. Six of those incidents involved property damage, although no injuries had been reported as of the November 5 announcement.
The recall concerns specific lithium-ion battery packs, not every Bose speaker.
Affected batteries were sold with Bose S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ speaker systems or separately as replacement accessories. According to the CPSC recall notice, the products were sold between December 2017 and July 2026.
Which Bose Speaker Batteries Are Affected?
The recall includes certain lithium-ion battery packs associated with:
- Bose S1 Pro Portable Bluetooth Speaker Systems.
- Bose S1 Pro+ Portable Bluetooth Speaker Systems.
- Replacement battery packs sold separately for these speakers.
Not every battery pack is affected. Owners need to check the serial number printed on their battery.
Recalled Bose Battery Serial Numbers
According to Bose’s official recall instructions, battery packs with 17-digit serial numbers beginning with any of these seven prefixes are included:
- 083723
- 078352
- 084105
- 078591
- 078592
- 084106
- 086409
Important: The battery pack and speaker have separate serial numbers. The correct number is printed on a label beneath the barcode on the battery pack.
Bose provides photographs and step-by-step instructions for locating the serial number on its official recall page.
What Should Bose Speaker Owners Do?
If your battery pack is included in the recall, Bose recommends taking the following steps:
- Stop using the battery immediately. Do not continue operating your speaker with the recalled battery installed.
- Remove the battery pack. Turn off the speaker, disconnect it from power, and follow Bose’s instructions for removing the battery.
- Check the serial number. Find the 17-digit number on the battery label and compare its first six digits with the recalled prefixes.
- Request a free replacement. Visit Bose’s official battery recall page or contact Bose at 800-278-1083.
Once the recalled battery has been removed, Bose says owners can continue using their S1 Pro or S1 Pro+ speakers while connected to AC power.
How Should Recalled Bose Lithium-Ion Batteries Be Disposed Of?
Recalled lithium-ion batteries require special handling because they present a greater fire risk than ordinary used batteries.
The CPSC specifically warns against placing these recalled Bose batteries in:
- Household trash or dumpsters.
- Curbside recycling bins.
- Standard used-battery collection boxes at retailers or hardware stores.
Some municipal household hazardous waste facilities may accept recalled lithium-ion batteries. However, you must contact the facility beforehand to confirm acceptance. If the facility cannot accept them, contact your municipality for further instructions.
EACR Inc. provides battery recycling services as well as speaker recycling services for qualifying batteries and electronic equipment. Acceptance of recalled lithium-ion batteries must be confirmed separately because they require specialized handling.
Check Your Bose Battery and Follow Recall Instructions
If you own a Bose S1 Pro or S1 Pro+ speaker, check whether its battery pack is included in the November 2026 recall. Affected batteries should be removed immediately, replaced through Bose’s free replacement program, and disposed of according to local requirements.
For complete instructions, visit Bose’s official recall page.
If you have old batteries or other electronic equipment that needs recycling, EACR Inc. can help. As an experienced battery recycling company, EACR Inc. works with businesses and organizations to manage qualifying end-of-life batteries safely and responsibly. Contact EACR Inc. at (732) 370-4100 to discuss your battery recycling needs and confirm acceptance requirements, especially for recalled lithium-ion batteries.
