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Facebook Technologies Recalls Removable Foam Facial Interfaces for Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headsets Due to Skin Irritation Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall 21-768 · July 27, 2021 · Facebook Technologies

What to doConsumers who experience a skin irritation or reaction should immediately stop using the recalled foam facial interface, and all consumers should contact Facebook Technologies to receive a free silicone cover. Facebook Technologies is contacting all Quest 2 users directly.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
21-768 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 27, 2021
Brand
Facebook Technologies
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Removable Foam Facial Interfaces for Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headsets
Hazard
Skin Irritation Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 4 million (In addition, about 172,600 in Canada)
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
July 27, 2021

What was recalled

This recall involves Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headsets removable foam facial interfaces, included with a purchase of Oculus Quest 2 Headsets, and sold separately as a "Quest 2 Standard Facial Interface" or in a "Quest 2 Fit Pack." Only headsets with the SKUs in the table below or the serial numbers identified below are included in the recall. The SKU and serial number are located on a label on the retail packaging of the headset. Additionally, the serial number can be found on the user's account, on the Oculus app or on the headset. For instructions on locating the headset serial number consumers should go to https://support.oculus.com/articles/getting-started/getting-started-with-quest-2/serial-numbers-quest-2/. Product Description SKU Oculus Quest 2, 64 GB, US/TW, Type-A 301-00350-01 Oculus Quest 2, 256 GB, US/TW, Type-A 301-00351-01 Oculus Quest 2, Accy, Standard Facial Interface, Global 301-00409-01 Oculus Quest 2, Accy, Fit Pack, Global 301-00374-01 Oculus Quest 2, Enterprise, 256 GB, US/CA/TW, Type-A 301-00402-01 Affected headset serial numbers Headset serial numbers that start with "1WMHH" and end with a number below "1264" The foam interface is black in color and is attached to the Oculus Quest 2 headset, and is the interface between the headset and the user's face. Unit numbers above include facial interfaces manufactured for sale with headsets and to be sold separately, as well as warranty replacements. For additional information visit the Oculus blog at https://www.oculus.com/community-letter/.

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  • Removable Foam Facial Interfaces for Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headsets · About 4 million (In addition, about 172,600 in Canada) units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: BestBuy, GameStop, Target, Walmart, and other retailers, and online at Oculus.com, Amazon.com, BestBuy.com, Gamestop.com, Target.com, and Walmart.com between October 2020 and July 2021. The foam facial interfaces which were included with headsets sold for between $300 and $400, depending on the model; about $20 for a facial interface sold individually; and about $40 as part of a Fit Pack.; Facebook Technologies LLC, of Menlo Park, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received approximately 5,716 reports of incidents of skin irritation and approximately 45 reports of consumers that required medical attention.

Consumer contact

Facebook Technologies toll-free at 877-960-0889 anytime, or online at https://www.oculus.com/quest-2/removable-facial-interface-alert or www.oculus.com and click on Support at the top of the page then on the facial interface recall banner for more information.

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Removable Foam Facial Interfaces for Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headsets (About 4 million (In addition, about 172,600 in Canada) units). " Only headsets with the SKUs in the table below or the serial numbers identified below are included in the recall.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Skin Irritation Hazard (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers who experience a skin irritation or reaction should immediately stop using the recalled foam facial interface, and all consumers should contact Facebook Technologies to receive a free silicone cover. Facebook Technologies is contacting all Quest 2 users directly.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 27, 2021. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.