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CPSCRecalled Nov 19, 2014 · #15029

Olympus Recalls Digital Audio Recorders Due to Burn Hazard

Hazard

The recalled recorders can overheat when charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers and property.

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Description

This recall involves Olympus digital audio recorders with model number DS-5500. The recorders are black, measure about 4.5 inches tall by 1.9 inches wide by .67 inches thick. "Olympus" and "Digital Voice Recorder DS-5500" are printed on the front of the recorder. The recorder has three smart buttons, slide switches, edit functions, 2 GB of memory, an external SD card slot and a 1.7-inch LCD display on the front.

Product details

Product
Olympus DS-5500 digital audio recorders
Type
Other Sound Recording or Reproducing or Receiving Equipment
Manufacturer
Olympus Imaging America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.
Model numbers
5500
UPCs
Sold at
Camera and electronics stores and mass merchandisers nationwide from February 2014 through June 2014 for about $450.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the recorders immediately and contact Olympus, or the retailer where the recorder was purchased, to receive a full refund, free repair or a free replacement recorder.

View the official CPSC notice