Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Battery Replacement Program
Samsung acknowledged a firmware issue with Galaxy Buds+ true wireless earbuds causing excessive battery drain and connection instability. Samsung released a firmware fix via the Galaxy Wearable app and will replace earbuds with severe hardware issues.
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Sourced from Samsung. Last reviewed March 4, 2026.
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✨ Plain-English Summary
Samsung Galaxy Buds+ users experienced excessive battery drain and connection problems due to a firmware glitch. Samsung has released a firmware update through the Galaxy Wearable app to fix the issue, and will replace earbuds that have severe hardware damage. (Estimated repair/replacement value: $50-100 if not covered by recall program)
Is This Recall Still Active?
Status: No - Expired
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Source & Verification
This page summarizes the official notice and keeps key facts easy to verify.
- Official source
- Samsung
- Announced by source
- June 1, 2020
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 4, 2026
What You Should Do
- 1Open the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone
- 2Check for and install any available firmware updates for your Galaxy Buds+
- 3If battery drain persists after updating, contact Samsung support for a replacement
- 4Keep your Galaxy Wearable app updated to receive future fixes automatically
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Samsung acknowledged a firmware issue with Galaxy Buds+ true wireless earbuds causing excessive battery drain and connection instability. Samsung released a firmware fix via the Galaxy Wearable app and will replace earbuds with severe hardware issues.
Who's Affected
Specific models and identifiers listed in the source notice:
Model #1
Samsung Galaxy Buds+
| # | Model |
|---|---|
| 1 | Samsung Galaxy Buds+ |
Technical model codes are manufacturer identifiers. Match both the product name and model code from your device settings, label, or packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my samsung device affected?
Check the affected models section on this page. The official notice currently lists Samsung Galaxy Buds+.
What is the remedy for this recall?
Open the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone Check for and install any available firmware updates for your Galaxy Buds+ If battery drain persists after updating, contact Samsung support for a replacement Keep your Galaxy Wearable app updated to receive future fixes automatically
Where can I verify recall details?
Use the official source link in this page to confirm dates, eligibility, and next steps: https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10001817/
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Quick Info
- Brand
- samsung
- Category
- device
- Source Agency
- Samsung
- Announced
- June 1, 2020
- Expires
- June 1, 2022
- Country
- global
- Status
- Expired
Source & Verification
Sourced from Samsung. Last reviewed March 4, 2026.
- Official source
- Samsung
- Announced by source
- June 1, 2020
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 4, 2026
Official Resources
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