Hettich Recalls LED Remote Due to Battery Safety Concerns: What You Need to Know

Hettich recalls S-Mitter LED remotes due to choking hazards for children. Learn about the recall, affected products, and what to do if you have one.

Heads up, folks! If you've got Hettich S-Mitter handheld remote controls for your cabinet and kitchen LED lighting, there's a recall you need to know about. These remotes, used with LED lighting systems, aren't up to snuff when it comes to button/coin battery safety, potentially putting kids at risk.

The Lowdown on the Hettich LED Remote Recall

Hettich issued a recall on November 21, 2025, for specific S-Mitter handheld remote controls (product numbers 3110701, 3111701, 3112501, and 3116301). These remotes don't meet the mandatory safety standards for products containing button/coin batteries. The main issue? The battery isn't properly secured, making it easy for curious little hands to access it.

These remotes were sold nationally and online through various retailers like Dana Kitchens, Modular Kitchens, Cabware Trading, and Inavogue, between June 1, 2022, and September 30, 2025.

Why This Matters

Button/coin batteries are seriously dangerous if swallowed or inserted into the body. Kids are at risk of choking, severe internal burns, or even death. In Australia, there have been tragic cases of children being seriously injured or dying from swallowing these batteries. Seriously scary stuff!

The scary part is, serious injury can occur in as little as two hours. So, if you even suspect a child has swallowed or inserted a button/coin battery, you need to act fast. Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if the child is having trouble breathing. Otherwise, ring the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26. Time is of the essence here.

What to Do If You Have an Affected Remote

First things first: stop using the remote immediately. Keep it far away from children. Then, return it to Hettich or the place where you bought it for a free replacement with a compliant remote. It’s a minor inconvenience that’s worth the safety and well-being of the children.

A Broader Issue: Battery Safety

This Hettich recall isn't an isolated incident. Just recently, Great Lakes Wholesale Batteries faced a recall due to packaging that posed an ingestion hazard. These batteries weren't in child-resistant packaging and lacked proper warning labels, as required by Reese's Law. It highlights a growing focus on battery safety and the importance of secure packaging and clear warnings.

The Takeaway

Pay attention to product recalls, especially those involving small parts like button batteries. And keep all batteries, regardless of type, out of children’s reach. Early action can save lives, so don't wait for symptoms to develop if you suspect a child has ingested a battery.

Stay safe, folks! And remember, a little bit of caution goes a long way. Now, go swap out that remote and maybe treat yourself to a celebratory slice of New York-style cheesecake. You deserve it!