CPSCRecalled Mar 14, 2006 · #06112
Olympus Recalls Film Cameras for Overheating, Poses Burn Hazard
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.
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Get started, freeDescription
The recall includes the Infinity Twin, AF-1 Twin, Infinity Zoom 200 series, AZ 200 series, and Quantary Infinity Zoom 222 Olympus-brand 35mm film cameras. The model name is printed on the face of the camera. These cameras have a built-in flash.
Product details
- Product
- Various Olympus-Brand 35mm Film Cameras
- Type
- Cameras & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- Olympus America Inc., of Melville, N.Y.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Department, electronic and camera stores, and mail-order retailers nationwide from January 1989 through December 1995 for between $220 and $365.
- Made in
- Japan
What you should do
Consumers should stop using these cameras and contact Olympus for information on receiving the free repair for this defect.