An automatic firmware update to Android 13 was rolled out to Pixel 4a devices in Australia on 8 January 2025. The firmware update provides new battery management features to mitigate the risk of overheating. An overheating battery could pose a risk of fire and/or burns to a user.

The Google Pixel 4a received a battery management update in January 2025, which led to some people's phones running out of charge in as little as 30 minutes. Now, the Pixel 4a has been recalled in Australia and the notice for the recall explains the potential reason behind the battery management software update.

Google rolled out an update for the Pixel 4a that ended up killing the 2020 device's battery. Well, two months later, the Pixel 4a is now being recalled in Australia, and we're finally getting the full scoop on what went wrong.

Google has started recalling an older mid range Pixel model. The company’s Pixel 4a was released way back in 2020 but it is now at risk due to one of the latest updates. So here’s what you need to know and why you should avoid updating your Pixel 4a.

The Australian ACCC has announced the recall of the Google Pixel 4a following the disastrous update that caused battery issues.

An update for the Pixel 4a released in January reduced the battery life. It is now clear why: there was probably a risk of overheating.

The Pixel 4a is being recalled in Australia due to battery overheating risks, finally shedding more light on what's wrong with the phone.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) confirmed the update's true purpose was to mitigate overheating hazards.