Olympus Expands March Recall of Overheating Infinity Film Cameras
Various Olympus-Brand 35mm Film Cameras
Date of Recall
2006-09-05CPSC Release Number
06-250Manufactured In
JapanCompany Phone Number
(800) 480-1247Units
About 1.2 million (24,000 additional cameras)Manufacturer
Olympus Imaging America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.Sold By
Department, electronic and camera stores, and mail-order retailers nationwide from January 1989 through December 1995 for between $220 and $365.Problem/Hazard
A defect with the flash circuit in these cameras can cause it to smoke and overheat when the camera is turned on. This poses a possible burn hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
Olympus Imaging America Inc. has received 21 reports of camera or flash circuitry overheating in the U.S. with no reports of injuries.Description
The original recall announced March 14, 2006 included the Infinity Twin, AF-1 Twin, Infinity Zoom 200 series, AZ 200 series, and Quantary Infinity Zoom 222 Olympus-brand 35mm film cameras. Olympus has now added the Infinity Zoom 76 and the Promaster Infinity Twin model cameras to the recall. The model name is printed on the face of the camera. These cameras have a built-in flash.Remedy
Consumers should stop using these cameras and contact Olympus for information on receiving a free repair or, if necessary, replacement.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Olympus at (800) 480-1247 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.olympusamerica.comRecall Comments
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