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Product recall · CPSCJuly 15, 2015Worth checking
Olympus Digital Point-And-Shoot Camera Due to Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
An improperly installed part can touch the camera's circuit board, posing an electric shock risk to the user.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital camera and contact Olympus for a free inspection and repair.
Who to contact: Olympus at (800) 622-6372 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.getolympus.com and click on "Support by Product" under "Support" and information is listed on the right hand side.
The product
The recall involves the Olympus VG-170 Digital Point-and-Shoot Cameras. The VG-170 measures about 4 x 2.5 x 1 inches, weighs 5.1 ounces and comes in white, black or red. "VG 170" is printed on the top of the camera, on the side opposite the shutter button. "Olympus" is printed on the upper right hand corner of the front of the camera, "5 X Wide" is printed on lower left hand corner of the front of the camera. The camera has a 3-inch digital LCD screen on the back.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,200
- Recall date
- July 15, 2015
- Brand
- Olympus America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No reported incidents of injury in the United States
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The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Olympus Recalls Digital Point-And-Shoot Camera Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at HHGregg Appliance”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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