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Olympus Recalls Film Cameras for Overheating, Poses Burn Hazard

CPSC · 06112 · published 2006-03-14

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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.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these cameras and contact Olympus for information on receiving the free repair for this defect.

The text above is quoted verbatim from the CPSC record. Confirm the affected units and the remedy with the manufacturer or CPSC. Recall data may be incomplete, delayed, or superseded.

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Affected products

Olympus America Inc., of Melville, N.Y.

Various Olympus-Brand 35mm Film Cameras

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