Canon Recalls to Repair PowerShot SX50 HS Digital Cameras
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1637.
The PowerShot SX50 HS is a black compact digital camera. The words "PowerShot SX50 HS" are printed on the top of the camera. The affected cameras have serial numbers beginning with "69", "70" or "71" and have "1" as the sixth digit of the serial number. The serial number is on the side or bottom of the camera housing.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1637.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cameras and contact Canon to arrange a free repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Camera And Mass Merchandise Retailers Nationwide Including Officemax, Sam's Club, Staples, Target And Walmart And On Various Websites Including Amazon.com, Best Buy.com And Bhphotovideo.com From October 2013 Through January 2014 For About $430. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1637.
Canon Customer Support Center toll-free at (855) 226-3277 between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.usa.canon.com and click on Recalled for Repair for more information.
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Camera And Mass Merchandise Retailers Nationwide Including Officemax, Sam's Club, Staples, Target And Walmart And On Various Websites Including Amazon.com, Best Buy.com And Bhphotovideo.com From October 2013 Through January 2014 For About $430. Recall FAQ
Camera And Mass Merchandise Retailers Nationwide Including Officemax, Sam's Club, Staples, Target And Walmart And On Various Websites Including Amazon.com, Best Buy.com And Bhphotovideo.com From October 2013 Through January 2014 For About $430. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Canon Recalls to Repair PowerShot SX50 HS Digital Cameras. The notice was published on March 6, 2014 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 14,000 units are potentially affected.