Nikon digital SLR D100, D70, D50 cameras

Description: Nikon Inc. Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 2005 Release #06-023 Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 645-6678 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Nikon Rechargeable Battery Packs with Model Number EN-EL3 Units: About 200,000 (About 710,000 Worldwide) Manufacturer: Nikon Inc., of Melville, N.Y. Hazard: These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and possibly melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Nikon has confirmed four reports of incidents of the problem worldwide with no reports of injuries. Description: 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. 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. Manufactured In: China 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. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Nikon Inc. Customer Service at (800) 645-6678 anytime, or access Nikon's Web site at www.nikonusa.com [Learn More]