Nikon Recalls Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras Due to Burn Hazard
This recall was issued July 11, 2012.
- Company
- Nikon Inc., Of Melville, N.Y.
- Posted
- July 11, 2012
- Recall Number
- 12219
- Quantity
- About 5,100 in the United States, 1,100 in Canada and an additional 195,000 worldwide
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery packs immediately, remove them from the camera and contact Nikon for a free replacement battery pack.
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Incidents & Injuries
Nikon has received seven reports of incidents outside of the U.S. and Canada of the recalled battery packs overheating. No incidents have been reported in the U.S. or Canada. No injuries have been reported.