CPSC recall 06023 — CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras

CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras

CPSC · 06023 · published 2005-11-08

CPSC campaign 06023

Hazard

These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and possibly melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers with battery backs with model number EN-EL3 should contact Nikon's Web site to determine if it is included in the recall. If so, they should stop using it immediately. Nikon will provide a free replacement battery pack.

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Affected products

Nikon Inc., of Melville, N.Y.

Nikon Rechargeable Battery Packs with Model Number EN-EL3

CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras

Affected products

Brands in this recall