CPSCRecalled Nov 8, 2005 · #06023
CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras
Hazard
These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and possibly melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
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The recall involves the Nikon rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack with model number EN-EL3, which is written on the side of the battery. The batteries are rated at 7.4V/1400mAh, which also is written on the battery. The battery is included as a power source for Nikon's digital SLR D100, D70, and D50 model cameras. The battery pack was also sold separately.
Product details
- Product
- Nikon Rechargeable Battery Packs with Model Number EN-EL3
- Type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Manufacturer
- Nikon Inc., of Melville, N.Y.
- Model numbers
- EL3
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Camera, mass merchandise, catalog, Internet, and office supply stores nationwide from May 2004 through November 2005, for about $50 for the battery only and about $800 to $1500, when sold with the digital SLR camera.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
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.